Mencía de Salcedo's Legacy in Zalla: History and Culture

The Eguen association of Zalla celebrated the fifth centenary of Noalejo, featuring a book presentation on local history at Mencía de Salcedo's palace.

Generic image of a stone facade of a Euskadi town hall with a balcony and iron railings, in the afternoon sunlight.
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Generic image of a stone facade of a Euskadi town hall with a balcony and iron railings, in the afternoon sunlight.

Members of the Eguen association from Zalla traveled to Jaén to celebrate the fifth centenary of Noalejo, exploring the legacy and history of Mencía de Salcedo.

Members of the Eguen association from Zalla have celebrated the fifth centenary of the municipality of Noalejo (Jaén). The event referenced the historical legacy of Mencía de Salcedo and included the presentation of a related book.
Researcher Montserrat Rayo Olmo participated in the event, which featured historical reenactments by residents of Noalejo. According to INE data, Noalejo has an approximate population of 1,700 inhabitants.
The presentation was held at the palace of Mencía de Salcedo, introducing a work focused on the municipality's history. The event highlighted the cultural and historical ties between the two locations.