Paterna de Rivera

Paterna de Rivera got its name from the “Peternas”, a type of song that was sung by the maiden who went by that name and in whose honor, a monument stands there today in the town’s square.

Paterna is also on the Bull Route in the center of Cádiz Province. It’s flat, with light vegetation that is mainly composed of meadows and plateaus.

“Peteneras” singing competition, which is an annual event, is one of the few events that are awaited with enthusiasm. Today, tourists flock to Paterna just to witness this event.

Paterna is known for its asparagus and its snail delicacy. It is also home of the raging live bulls that get to fight in arenas all throughout the province of Andalucia. Also horse breeding is popular tradition that dates many decades back.

Spring waters of medical healing attributes encourage tourists to take a dip in the several pools in the city. Since the times of the Romans who lived in this town, the therapeutic effects of the water remains a mystery up to now, but it has never failed to invite tourists to this town.