Corumbela facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Corumbela
Village
Corumbela Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Andalusia
Province	Malaga
Municipality	Sayalonga
Population  (2012)
• Total	228
Postal code	29753

Corumbela is a small village in the province of Málaga, located in the sunny region of Andalusia, Spain. We don't know exactly when Corumbela was founded. People think it might have been settled by the ancient Iberians. Its name, "Corumbela," comes from Roman times and means "dove."

Today, about 300 people live in Corumbela. The village faced tough times in the late 1800s. A plant disease called phylloxera destroyed the grapevines, which were very important for the local economy. Then, a strong earthquake hit, causing more damage. These events made many people leave the village to find work elsewhere.

Corumbela is located high up, at about 632 meters (2,073 feet) above sea level. This high spot gives amazing views in every direction! You can even see the beautiful Mediterranean Sea from here. The village is also right next to the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park. This means you can enjoy lots of nature and stunning landscapes.

History of Corumbela

After the Catholic Monarchs (King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile) finished conquering the Emirate of Granada in 1493, they gave Corumbela to Diego Fernández de Córdoba y Mendoza. He was the 3rd Count of Cabra, and this was his reward for helping them.

Later, Corumbela became part of the lands owned by the powerful Ducal House of Medinaceli. They owned the area until 1811. That year, a group called the Cortes of Cádiz made a new law. This law stopped the old system where powerful lords owned large estates.

From 1811 to 1868, Corumbela had its own local government. But in 1867, smaller towns were grouped together. Corumbela then became part of the larger municipality of Sayalonga. The main town hall for both villages is now located in Sayalonga.

Cool Places to Visit

The most important building in Corumbela is definitely its Church. This church is special because it has a minaret built in the Mudéjar art style. Mudéjar art is a unique Spanish style that mixes Christian and Islamic designs.

The church itself looks like it might have been a mosque (an Islamic place of worship) a long time ago. But the minaret is the best example of the old Mudéjar architecture. It's made from strong, flat stones with layers of brick. The inside of the minaret is still in great shape!

Another interesting spot to visit in Corumbela is "Las 3 Fuentes," which means "The 3 Springs." This is where natural, clear water flows out of the ground. In the past, people would gather here to collect fresh drinking water for their homes. You can find these springs just outside the village.

Yummy Food

Corumbela has rich farmlands and delicious food! The local cooking is very tasty and has many different dishes. A popular meal is fennel stew, which is often enjoyed with a good local wine.

The blood sausages made here are also very good. And you must try the cateto bread! This special bread is made in a traditional wood oven, giving it a unique flavor.

Fun Festivals

• The main festival in Corumbela celebrates San Antón. It happens on the first weekend of July. Before the festival, the village creates a special book. This book has information about local businesses and the schedule for the three days of fun. It's given out in the village and at shops weeks before the festival starts.

• Holy Week in Corumbela is a very important time. It has special events on three days:
  • On Holy Thursday, statues of Our Lady of Sorrows and the Nazareno del Perdón are carried in a procession.
  • On Good Friday, Our Lady of Sorrows and the Crucified Christ are carried out.
  • Finally, on Easter Sunday, the Risen Christ comes out, again joined by Our Lady of Sorrows.

See also

In Spanish: Corumbela para niños