Brief Feria survival dictionary

Real: These are the grounds where the Feria is held and in the case of El Puerto, the area is referred to as Las Banderas.

Portada: This highly decorative arch, which cannot be missed, is often embellished with many lights and can be found at the main entrance way to the Feria Grounds.

Caseta: The many canvas tents which comprise the Feria where you may eat, drink, sing and dance the hours away until dawn. Each of which are ran by various societies, companies or associations.

Alumbrado: The lights that illuminate the Feria comprise an abundance of shining bulbs set out to form themed designs. These extraordinary lights are turned on at the Feria Opening Ceremony and subsequently when the sun goes down each afternoon.

Farolillos: These decorative paper lanterns light the way throughout the Feria Grounds. The majority are usually sponsored by winemaking companies.

Fino: A wine local to El Puerto. In fact, the Spring Feria is often referred to as the Fino Wine Fair. This drink, which can be bought in casetas by the half-bottle, is by far the most-consumed throughout this festive period.

Rebujito: This relatively recent drink is a refreshing mixture of Fino Wine with a soft-drink and is the first choice of many feria-goers.

Faralaes: The quintessential feature of any flamenco dress; a flamenco dress with faralaes is decorated with frills. Faralaes, which ultimately means "frill", as a rule is only used in relation to the Feria and in its plural form.

Sevillanas: Although Sevillanas also refers to women native to the city of Seville, it is also the name given to the most traditional piece of Feria music. Sevillanas are danced in pairs and consist of four parts, each with a wide range of varying movements and turns.

Traje corto: The traje corto, an outfit normally worn by horsemen and flamenco dancers, is the masculine version of the flamenco dress.

Mantón: This is one of the most typical accessories worn with a flamenco dress. The mantón de Manila was originally from China but over time has been adapted to smaller versions of every colour imaginable. Today these small shawls are often seen without their traditional embroidery.

Calle del Infierno: This area of the Feria is possibly that most feared by parents. A trip down this street, where a variety of rides and attractions popularly known as "cacharritos" can be found, will certainly cost them an arm and a leg!