Guided tour of the cemetery: history, legends and symbolism
A guided tour of the Santo Cristo de Priego cemetery to learn about its history, legends and the meaning of its symbols.
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About the event
The guided tour "History, legends and symbolism" explores the Santo Cristo de Priego cemetery in Córdoba on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 17:00, as part of the VII Semana de Ánimas. Places usually sell out and previous editions have had waiting lists; the official program includes a QR code for registration. Price to be confirmed.
Key points
- Thursday, October 29 at 17:00
- History, legends and symbolism of the Santo Cristo cemetery
- One of the most popular activities of the Semana de Ánimas
- Prior registration via the official program's QR code
- Cemetery inaugurated in 1869, featuring the Hermandad de la Caridad pantheon
The cemetery as heritage
The "History, legends and symbolism" tour is one of the most successful offerings of the Semana de Ánimas in Priego de Córdoba. The City Council notes it began as an unusual activity and now generates waiting lists. In 2026 it will be repeated on Thursday, October 29 at 17:00, with guides from local tourism companies, organized by the Heritage and Tourism Promotion Area and the Adolfo Lozano Sidro Board.
What you will see on the tour
The Santo Cristo cemetery was inaugurated in 1869, during the mayoralty of Antonio de la Barrera. The walk covers its history, the legends told about it, and the meaning of the symbolic elements of its graves. Highlights include the main chapel, the Hermandad de la Caridad pantheon, some private graves in the central area, and the wrought iron gate of the entrance, dating from the same period as the grounds.
Registration
Places are limited and it is advisable to sign up as soon as possible. The official Semana de Ánimas program includes a QR code for registration, and the City Council refers to its municipal channels and Turismo de Priego for activities requiring booking. It has not been announced if there is a cost. The cemetery is open in October and November from 8:00 to 20:00 every day.
