♥ Sagunto--Valencia ♥
By Haley Hill and Miriam Bukhsh
Sagunto and "The Castle" (On-line image). Available <http://www.upv.es/cv/sagbegin.html#menu> February 14, 2007
People- Are there any famous people associated with Sagunto?
Answer: In 219 BC Hannibal (considered one of the world's greatest military commanders), overthrew this town for eight months.This is also the place Spanish artist Santiago Rusinol painted in some of his paintings. The painting below is a picture of The Castle and Sagunto.
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Valldemosa(On-line image). Available <http://www.gaudiallgaudi.com/images/Cami.JPG> February 14, 2007
History- Present/Past- What major events took place in Sagunto? Who concored this area?
Answer: This town was first officially built in the 5th century BC when settlers built stone walls for protection around the area. Over time, the town developed and trade began with the Greeks and Phoencians. Then, in 219 BC, Hannibal (a military commander) overtook the town for eight months. This led to the Second Punic War, which the Romans won. This however was not a bad thing because the town was able to grow even more. Then during the 5th, 6th, and 7th centuries, the area was invaded by barbarians, Goths and Bizantines. In the 8th century, the Moors attacked and the area was run by the Moors until 1098 when it was reconquered by el Cid. After a few centruies, the town was damaged due to a few other wars such as the War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714), The Peninsular War (1808-1814) and the Carlist Wars (1883).
Architecture - What are some of the most important/famous monuments in this town?
Answer: One of the building's that still remain in Sagunto after the battle between Saguntum and Hannibal is "The Castle", in which remains run along the ridge of Sagunto for about one kilometer. Because of its historical significance, it was declared a national monument in 1931. Another important building is the Roman Theatre which was built in the 1st century and was the first site in Spain to be declared a National Monument (1896). It is still used as a theater today for Spanish plays and concerts. Since Spain is predomenantly a Catholic country, El Calvario (the Calvary) is a very important church to the people of Sagunto and on the eve of Good Friday, El Calvario is the church that is used for a representation of the Crusification of Christ.
The Castle (On-line image). Available <http://www.votnamec.com/architettura/blogw/wp-content/uploads/2006/03/sagunto.jpg> February 14, 2007
Influence- What other cultures/ styles have influence the buildings in Sagunto?
Answer: Many other buildings in this area reflect thier history in that they have been influenced greatly by the Valencian Gothic style, the Romans, and the Jews that lived in this area at one point or another: The Inglesia de Santa Maria (Church of Santa Maria) has two access Gothic style doors designed by Gil Torralva and Juan Perez, Inglesia de San Salvador (Church of San Salvador) has a Roman styled portal in its round arch, and the La Juderia is a former synagogue (then covereted to a church after the Jews were expelled in 1492).
Regional Importance- How does Sagunto reflect or help define the culture of this region and/or Spain as a whole?
Answer: El Calvario is a very important church to the people of Sagunto and on the eve of Good Friday, El Calvario is used for a representation of the Crusification of Christ (most Spaniards are Catholics). Also in this town, there is the Museo Arqueologico that contains artifacts from the time the Iberians were in the area in the 4ht century and the time of Roman rule. Along with that, there are many cultural activities that are held in this town such as the Puppet Festival (Invasio de Titelles a Sagunt) during Christmas time, scared music concerts (Musica de Passio) that are held during Holy Week in churches, Sunday Theatre (Teatre dels diumenges), and a sports program that is held for children and teenagers (Morvedre a la Mar). This somewhat reflects the Spanish culture.
Geography of Valencia
Valencia is a long and narrow province that is located along the eastern boarder of Spain and the Mediterranean Sea. Its land area is 23,305 square km (8,998 square miles). North of the province is Catalona, west of the province is Aragon and south is Murcia. Because there are huge droughts along with rains, the area has been stripped away of most of its grass. Most of the area is mountainous but a thin strip of the area is a fertile plain. Overall, the area has a generally mild Mediterranean climate due to the boardering Mediterranean Sea. It has rainy, mild winters and warm summers. and about 450mm of precipitation a year.The two major rivers that flow through this area are the Segura and the Jucar.
Valencia (On-line image). Available <http://www.spanish-fiestas.com/valencia/images/valencia%20science%20museum2.jpg> March 1, 2007
Recipies
EDWARDS MANSION FRESH ORANGE PIE (frequently served in Valencia)
Orange Pie (On-line image). Available <http://www.kraftfoods.com/images/recipe_images/Frozen_Orange_Cream_Pie.jpg> February 26, 2007
Combine the following ingredients and press on bottom and sides of a 10 inch pie plate. Flute.
1 1/4 c. flour
3/4 c. (1 1/4 sticks) soft butter
1/4 c. powdered sugar
1 tbsp. grated orange peel
Bake at 375 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes. Cool.
FILLING:
6 tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. fresh orange juice
1/2 c. sugar
2/3 c. orange marmalade
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
6 lg. oranges, peeled and sectioned (navels are best, but valencias may be used. Be sure all membrane and seeds are removed)
Dissolve cornstarch in 1/2 cup orange juice. Put remaining 1 cup of orange juice and next 5 ingredients in a saucepan. Cook, and while constantly stirring add the orange juice and cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. Continue to cook until thick and clear. Add orange sections and mix gently. Pour into cooled pie crust. Chill 3 to 4 hours. Serve at room temperature, garnished with sweetened whipped cream.
PAELLA A LA VALENCIANA
Paella A La Valenciana (On-line image). Available <http://www.columbiarestaurant.com/images/FeaturedItems/paella%20a%20la%20valenciana%20for%20web.jpg> February 26, 2007
6 c. chicken broth
1/2 tsp. saffron
1 sm. whole onion
4 (6 oz.) boneless chicken breasts
Salt to taste
1/2 c. olive oil
1/2 lb. boneless pork loin, diced
1/4 lb. chorizo, cut in 1/4 inch slices
1/4 lb. ham, diced
1 med. onion, chopped
4 scallions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 red pepper (pimento or bell pepper), seeded and diced
1 lb. baby shrimp
10 clams, chopped
3 c. uncooked short-grain rice such as Valencia from Spain
5 tbsp. chopped parsley
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1/2 c. white wine
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 c. green peas
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 mussels in the shell
24 thin asparagus spears
Heat broth with saffron and whole onion, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Remove onion and measure broth -- you need 5 1/2 cups.
Cut chicken into small strips; sprinkle with salt and set aside. Heat oil in a metal paella pan (or large, deep skillet or wok) with about a 15 inch base. Add pork and fry over high heat until golden. Add chorizo, ham and chicken strips and stir-fry about 10 minutes.
Add chopped onion, scallions, garlic and pimento. Saute until onion is wilted. Add shrimp and chopped clams. Add rice and stir to coat well with oil. Sprinkle in parsley and bay leaves. Stir in boiling hot broth, wine, lemon juice and peas. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, uncovered, 7 minutes.
Bury the mussels in the rice mixture and bake, covered with foil, in preheated 350 degree oven 20 minutes.
Blanch asparagus spears (plunge briefly into boiling water), drain and fan out 4 spears on each of 6 plates. Scoop the rice mixture onto each plate so tips of asparagus show. Place mussels to the side. Makes 6 servings.
Works Cited
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