Only in Seville by Duncan J.D. Smith

Los Remedios their way to the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza bullring (El Arenal), where they are judged for their beauty and condition. Bullfighting is also an integral part of the fair and the bullfighting season kicks off at the same time (see no. 26). Later the carriages make their way to the fairground, where from around 9pm until early the next morning, Sevillians sip sherry, eat ta- pas and dance the Sevillanas , a popular dance with a flamenco accent. The women are especially resplendent in their showy dresses acces- sorised with shawls, veils and hair combs. Younger participants inevi- tably gravitate towards the noisy amusement park – the aptly-named Calle del Infierno (Hell Road) – erected temporarily nearby, as well as the circus in the adjacent Parque de los Príncipes. To purchase vintage feria posters, visit FÉLIX at Plaza de Cabildo 7 (El Arenal). For a range of feria dress accessories try Juan Foronda at Calle Sierpes 33 (Santa Cruz) and Juan Osete at Calle de Castilla 10 (Triana). A poster from the 1930s advertising the famous Seville Fair 103