Spending a Night In a Spanish Town Stuck in Time (Chinchón)

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@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Who's been to Chinchón? How was your experience! Yoly and I loved being there :)

@theSSHITT 3 жыл бұрын

We have!

@BrazenNL 3 жыл бұрын

Used to buy our garlic there when we lived in Madrid, and have a sopa de ajo.

@Fidoville 3 жыл бұрын

not yet sadly

@gloxton 3 жыл бұрын

A few times. You need to watch some of the bars in the Plaza Mayor if you look like a guiri unfortunately.

@michaelpeterwiper.4567 3 жыл бұрын

I am a Chinchónete Vallecano Expat Brit and have lived in Chinchón for a long time. Pre and post Covid (I hope), there are loads of things to see: music in the summer evenings, live theatre representing people associated with the Pueblo. Did you notice the cross in the wall going up to the church from the square? It represents a vecino who was killed in the rebellion against the French. Also, in Easter we have the famous pasión de chinchón where the vecinos reenact scenes from the passion (the last supper and crucifixion are in the square). There is also a brilliant pasión in Morata de Tajuña nearby. As for wine, I can heartily recommend the Pueblo Colmenar de Oreja (Colmenar of the ear: brilliant name) just 4km from Chinchon which has a nice wine festival most years in times of vendimia (and also does a brilliant representation of the levantamiento contra los franceses)I. I first went to the wine festival nearly 20 years ago and the wine was un drinkable. Nowadays there is some fabulous wine. The vinos de Madrid have improved loads. Finally for those who are into the history of the civil war, there is a really interesting museum in Morata and on route to Chinchon from Madrid at the turn off to Morata, you might see some crosses and a great big fist. These are memorials to the international brigades. And some of the Republicans who died. One of the big battles was fought near here. You might even be able to make out some of the trenches on the hillside. You can see the famous Suicide Hill and the main memorial to the international brigade (made of bits of metal they find on the battlefield) a couple of kilometers up the road to San Martín.

@alexger85 3 жыл бұрын

I'm following you for a few years now and Yolli being pregnant makes me very happy for the two of you! All the best!

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@damian9747 3 жыл бұрын

@@spainrevealed congratulations

@lamony0 3 жыл бұрын

Yaayyyy!!! A little Spanish Kiwi! 👶 🥝 Enhorabuena!

@Enmesharra92 3 жыл бұрын

My Family owned a Castle for a few hours, or until the ocean beach waves reclaimed it.

@paulpowis5914 3 жыл бұрын

So, so happy for you both. Fantastic news. 😊

@HomerIncognito 3 жыл бұрын

You both look very happy, congratulations on the baby!

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@niallfrancis3318 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos make me miss Madrid so much 😔

@ernestofernandez-weiss8648 3 жыл бұрын

¡Oh, Yoli is pregnant. how nice! ¡Felicidades!

@mizginavale22 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't take my eyes off the screen during the entire video. I was enthralled by everything. As usual, the historical information was super interesting to me. And that local beautiful red wine was beckoning me to visit. That glass of anise was quite full. You must give off some type of vibe that makes people pour a lot of alcohol in a glass for you. In the last video, you had an obscene amount of gin with some tonic. I loved the room you stayed, along with that magnificent tub. Perfect for truly soaking the entire body. I have no words for that cocido. You could survive a week just from eating that meal.

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

The red wine was damn fine Gina!

@micheleaherne2729 3 жыл бұрын

I knew she was pregnant. It was the first thing I thought when I watched your last couple of videos. Congratulations to you both.

@markdwilkinson 3 жыл бұрын

My GF said to me a few weeks ago "heh... I bet she's pregnant, and it's a girl!"🤣🤣🤣 I guess women know things that men don't!

@saskiamackeben9265 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that too, but I thought maybe she has just put on a bit of weight 😂

@jimbazinet7172 3 жыл бұрын

Chinchón played a major role in 1956's "Around the World in 80 Days", in which Mexican actor Cantinflas, in the role of Passepartout, enters the bull ring of Chinchón. The scene is sensational in that the plaza and balconies have been crammed (absolutely crammed!) with extras (10,000 or so!) in traditional attire. Prior to the bullfight is a festival scene that introduces the square in all it's festive glory. Dons, Doñas, matadors, horses, carriages, just old time Hollywood spectacle! I only wish the color were better quality.

@deanneweatherly8203 3 жыл бұрын

Great beginning of my Saturday watching this enjoyable video. I definitely learned a new saying from Yoly about the tomato sauce...."so it doesn't repeat on you"! I love that!!! And James is sporting his new t-shirt! Thanks for another beautiful escape in Spain 🤍

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

I want to be the kind of dad who wears t-shirts. I think... Thanks Deanne!

@csongorkakuk5871 3 жыл бұрын

For me, Chinchón seems to be one of the more interesting places of Spain you've made a video about sor far, I hope to see it with my very eyes one day. Also, congratulations on your little girl, guys! :)

@robertmeredith906 3 жыл бұрын

Nice camiseta at the start of video James. 😁 Chinchón is now on our list (ever growing) for next visit. Thanks once again.

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert!

@internetapocalypse4885 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a quality review of this Spanish gem.

@neptunemike 3 жыл бұрын

Spain is so beautiful. Can’t wait to get back there once everything settles down. Congrats.

@j.n.sloane 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Best of luck to you both and your soon to be little girl.

@artmann7684 3 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful place to expose us to. Definitely on our list for our next trip. As always you both bring such warmth and joy to each new adventure. Thank you again.

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Art!

@rayvogensen2983 3 жыл бұрын

I am a history buff and a geek about visiting off-the-beaten track villages and castle ruins, but I have to admit that I had never heard of Chinchón. I have been down the Madrid-Albacete highway so many times to get to Murcia and the beach and I kick myself for not having seen such an interesting place in my travel books and ventured off the motorway to spend an hour or two visiting. But then, I´m sure if I had dared to do so, I would have heard a chorus of boos from grandchildren eager to get to those warm Mediterranean waters. They still remember how I deprived them of precious beach time when I detoured to see Isabela la Católica's birthplace in Madrigal de las Altas Torres, Ávila Province.

@welshtoro3256 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations James and Yoli. I'm very pleased for you, that's wonderful news. My wife and I went to Chinchon a while back whilst staying in Madrid. There is no train station at Chinchon so if you want to visit without a car you need to take the number 337 bus which is located outside the Conde de Casal metro station in Madrid. It's not too much of a hassle and you can pay for the ticket on the bus. There's probably only one or two journeys each way daily. We had a drink and a walk around the Parador before exploring further. A meal in the plaza is obligatory on a first visit. I just had a bowl of home made sopa de ajo before watching this vid. I remember a great panaderia run by a highly extroverted lady. One of the reasons I tell people to visit Madrid is the ease with which they can visit great places like Chinchon which orbit the city.

@albichi 3 жыл бұрын

👶Congratulations!! 🥳 In addition, the Paradores videos are my favorite, I always have to watch them twice, one time right after the other 😊 Thank you!

@greyquinn 3 жыл бұрын

10 minutes in the video I ask my wife "wanna have a glass of wine?" And she replies "yes, and olives".

@gualdus 3 жыл бұрын

Enhorabuena pareja👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻bieeeeen...

@edc6644 3 жыл бұрын

Finally!! I’ve been waiting anxiously!! For your next video.

@navarclaudio 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats guys!!! amazing approach of each video!!!

@anamaria2053 2 жыл бұрын

Another winner! Excelente. Gracias.

@jansandlan8640 3 жыл бұрын

Many congratulations! What lovely news 💖

@jameshaddan8538 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Chinchón looks amazing and wishing you both much happiness for the lovely news!

@MichaelG1986 3 жыл бұрын

As always, terrific video. ¡Felicidades! on the happy news.

@liliriz4382 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Such a beautiful town. Love all your videos, so informative and entertaining. Well done!

@Garcwyn 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. Congrats for the baby!

@ederluna2500 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! You guys are a great couple. So informative and fun to watch!

@flatironnewyork 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!! And thank you for another gorgeous video. So many romantic towns in Spain.

@frankcatania746 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! I'm very happy for you both. Plus thanks for a wonderful video tour.

@barriosmad 3 жыл бұрын

Love all your content and following you for a couple of years, so I am delighted about your news ! Congratulations.

@RebeltubeStation 3 жыл бұрын

wonderful video, congratulations to you both

@mozit8063 3 жыл бұрын

Congratualtions to you both !. Fantastic video, seeing the town, the food and that beautiful hotel. Thankyou again x

@Hayley-mf4bc 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 👶🏼🥳🥰 Great video look forward to u 2 every Sunday can’t wait to come back x

@mariacortes8469 3 жыл бұрын

Felicidades en su embarazo James y Yoli!!!

@007knockout 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on new addition to the family. Lovely food and town. Beautiful

@Michel0sso 3 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful video. And I'm so happy for your growing family. Congratulations guys.

@mday1685 3 жыл бұрын

Ohmygosh💕. Congratulations!!! I had spontaneous tears of joy.

@sandradowling7239 3 жыл бұрын

Aah such lovely news , many congratulations,delighted for you both🥰

@isaylook9502 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! So happy for the both of you!

@bz7531 3 жыл бұрын

Awe! Congrats on the baby, I have loved watching this channel grow

@robinw.5980 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video! I would love to see Chinchón. Congratulations on the upcoming arrival of your little one!

@lovetotravel6925 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Wishing you all the VERY best for you two and your little one!

@paulscarth 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always. Congratulations on the exciting news! 👶 Stay safe x

@keithg9563 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful town. We went there in the late 70s for the food, drink and bullfights. They set up a portable ring in the square.

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Did it look much different Keith?

@johnheaney6383 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Wonderful news!

@joenoel2353 3 жыл бұрын

Nice trip video as usual. Congrats for the baby, people 👍🎊🎉

@K1Realty 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations to both of you. I’m so happy for you! 🥳🥳🥳 🍾 🍾🍾❤️❤️❤️

@markbevington7600 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video and congratulations on your happy news :)

@carlosalvarez4641 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!! I was about to ask in the last video, but thought that it was best for you to do the official announcement:-). And needless to say, another great video. Can’t wait to be back in Spain.

@glauciod2444 3 жыл бұрын

Hello guys - thanks for another great video and for sharing the news about the baby. I am really happy for you and look forward to following your new journey!

@TuanAnhPham-bl7qd 2 жыл бұрын

planning to study in Spain and your channel really helps me learn more about this country. thanks

@pepegarciasanchez1520 3 жыл бұрын

Enhorabuena! The news of the baby really warmed my heart..so happy for you guys 🙌🏽

@barbaraliaghati6951 3 жыл бұрын

This was one of your best!

@Dwn2Race 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Exciting news!

@drashtigohil5276 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this adventure of yours. ❤️My favourite thing in this video apart from the delicious wine and food is the transition that you used. 😍

@bjarneholen 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!! Lovely video as always ☺️

@lidialondres 3 жыл бұрын

Siiiii pero que bien!! ¡Enhorabuena chicos! Que todo vaya así de bien 💛

@stuartrowan323 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video you two!!! Also, congratulations on the baby news!!!!

@SimFoxSim 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, guys! You are such a joy to watch !

@volodymyrcuza9994 3 жыл бұрын

Hi James and Yoly:) Thanks a lot for the absolutely beautiful video! I couldn't imagine that there are so many nice and cozy places around Madrid and I've very grateful for revealing them to us!

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

There really is so much here!

@FloridaClay 3 жыл бұрын

Looks delightful!

@spainrevealed 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Clay! I hope you can get there soon :)

@judobear1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another fun Spain adventure. Congratulations as well!!

@emitch9213 3 жыл бұрын

I have returned to your wonderful video! I had been too busy upon the last weeks. What a lift you both bring into our lives with pleasure to enthusiastically share your travels through beautiful Spain's endless history. How your personal treasures shared so generously sets a wonder of sights into a Spain undiscovered to many of us! What a beautiful landscape of Chinchon's layered history with the interesting depths of cuisines, ancient wine cellars, gardens, castle, Goya art, your Mondarin t-shit, and that restored cloisters setting to your room. Your happy news shared is what certainly adds to Spain's value to familia & amigos. Ha, many of us women know well when alcohol is eliminated announces the best of the newest treasures. All best wishes & blessings to you as you come into being parents which appears 6 months...thank you with your continued excellence of travels of fascinating Spain. Though I always struggle with ear to languages, the heart speaks through well to us all! Congratulations! 💜🙏

@kevinsule3576 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations James and Yoli! Such a wonderful news

@phxpilot83 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Been a fan of you two for some time now.

@margiehaining1618 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Yolie and Blake so happy for you!!! God Bless you🥰❤️

@andreww9202 3 жыл бұрын

First time watching the channel- great high quality videos. Looking forward to learning more about Spain!

@vodkalima 3 жыл бұрын

Thnk you for the videos guys! Congrats on the baby girl !!

@natashaegan4592 3 жыл бұрын

To hear yours and Yoly’s news is the best news I’ve heard this year my fiancé and I have watched you for years and we are both delighted to hear your amazing news congratulations mummy and daddy to be. Xx

@1henryfication 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats guys for the baby, all the best. Chinchon would definitely be on the list to visit next time

@danibravo85 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! another cute city to check out when I visiting again. Thanks for all the mini trips you guys take. Also congratulations on your baby girl.

@cr-iv1el 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck on your delivery, Yolly! Keep breathing steady. Blessings!

@jorgemadrid763 3 жыл бұрын

Felicidades chicos, contento por vosotros de verdad! Os sigo desde hace tiempo y me alegra saber que amplías familia. Un abrazo

@etherdog 3 жыл бұрын

Chinchón looks like a great place to visit and your video is inspiring! Thanks James and Yoli!

@RafaelHernandez-ig6hh 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, congratulations to you both! Love your videos and so looking forward to move to Spain.

@claudiajolig6839 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Thank you for the beautiful impressions of Chinchón.

@yumaliacespedes3773 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Yolli on your baby girl. Thank you for all the great info that you give us

@imanolsenderos9427 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! ¡Enhorabuena! Me alegra mucho la noticia, les envío un fuerte abrazo :D

@courtcomposer 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo guys. Enhorabuena!

@davesaunders7080 3 жыл бұрын

Delightful and informative video, and so close to Madrid too.

@dayanmederos6564 2 жыл бұрын

Watching an episode of Spain Revealed on the weekends is the most relaxing thing i can think of ! These two have the ability to transport me to spain ! Cant wait to see the family adventures when the baby comes ! Thank you guys !

@alfonsobengoechea7230 3 жыл бұрын

Enhorabuena, pareja. Muchísimas felicidades, que vaya todo muy bien.

@ns9253 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations with this awesome news! 👍😊

@rosannashanks6455 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. So happy to the both of you.

@gingerjo1791 3 жыл бұрын

Ooo super congratulations!! ❤️

@RobynDurling 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the baby. So happy for you both.

@bervpamepa 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🍾🎉🎈🎊 guys!!!!

@MC-br1gk 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Congrats!!

@notorio666 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations guys. We hope your girl is healthy as well as Yoli. Happy times and enjoy your new life!

@SACHINLAWANDE1977 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and congratulations to both of you!! :)

@whimsicalhamster88 3 жыл бұрын

Enhorabuena 🎉🎊🎈 Thanks for sharing videos like these. Since I can’t travel internationally and Spain is my favorite country this really scratches the itch.