Located in the heart of historic Úbeda, the Centro de Interpretación Olivar y Aceite is not just a tourist and museum attraction dedicated to the dissemination of virgin olive oil. Beneath the surface of this 17th-century building, known as the Casa de la Tercia, lies a fascinating history. The Auto de los Reyes Magos, a 16th-century Spanish play still performed today, tells the story of the three wise men seeking to secure their share of a mystery trade in Bethlehem. According to the Olivar y Aceite Association, this trade could have been olive oil. Today, the Centro de Interpretación Olivar y Aceite offers visitors a chance to explore the history of olive oil production and the cultural importance of olive oil in Spain. So next time you're in Úbeda, take a trip to the Centro de Interpretación Olivar y Aceite and discover more about this intriguing connection.
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Written by Nik Frost
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