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in 2018. The bombo is a rural building, typical of
Tomelloso and its surroundings, used to house farmers, their families, farming tools, and animals during fieldwork. The structure is roughly circular, with thick walls and topped by a vaulted ceiling. It is built with limestone slabs laid without any
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Carriage Museum is located on the outskirts of the city, along the road to Pedro Muñoz. It is a large, spacious building, designed to suit the needs of the museum while reflecting the traditional style of the Manchegan region. The museum contains an extensive collection related to agricultural
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Infanta Elena Contemporary Art Museum was inaugurated on November 23, 2011. Spanning 1,700 square meters across four floors, the museum houses the permanent collection acquired over the years by the Virgen de las Viñas Cooperative through its cultural competition, along with temporary
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Conquense, an ancient drovers' road.
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Carnival has also grown in importance over the years, though it doesn't reach the same level as the Romería or Feria. The
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featuring a portico supported by four Tuscan columns and two pillars. The two floors above have continuous wooden balconies. The inn also preserves its original kitchen, complete with a large chimney hood and many period utensils.
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