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Fuente del Conde
The village of La Fuente del Conde, situated in the southern part of the municipality of Iznájar, at the foot of the Campoagro mountain range, is also popularly known as ‘La Alcubilla’.
Its name derives from the Count of La Revilla, who lived in the village and owned a fountain with four abundant spouts, as well as most of the southern lands of Iznájar.
Topping the village is a magnificent viewpoint, the “Cruz de Magán”, with a small chapel whose origins are linked to an ancient Iberian sanctuary that once stood on the very same spot.
Dotting the hillside are numerous caves that were inhabited during the Neolithic period and in later eras. There is also evidence of Argaric, Iberian and Roman settlements, with numerous archaeological remains found in the vicinity confirming this, such as falcatas, arrowheads, spears, regatones and fragments of Iberian pottery.
Notable architectural features in Fuente del Conde include its church, a modern building begun around 1985 and completed in May 1994, and its wash houses and public fountains, such as the ‘Fuente de Magán’, the ‘Fuente de la Alamea’ and the ‘Fuente de la Alcubilla’. Also noteworthy are several holm oaks which, due to their size, shape and age, are considered unique trees within the municipality.
The village celebrates its festivities in honour of the Holy Cross from 1 to 3 May, with a traditional and ancient pilgrimage.