The city of Jaén and its surroundings offer an ideal setting for this scientific forum thanks to a unique combination of heritage, infrastructure, and natural environment. The world’s largest sea of olive groves provides a singular and unique context where science and the land interact naturally. This landscape, in addition to its aesthetic value, constitutes a living laboratory for studying agriculture, sustainability, and climate change, making Jaén an unbeatable location for addressing the topics that will be discussed at this congress.
Furthermore, the city itself offers attendees a rich cultural environment where they can enjoy themselves and socialize. The congress program includes a guided tour of the historic center to discover the city’s main monumental landmarks. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the popular tapas scene of Jaén and visit some of the most emblematic taverns in the city center, and even enjoy a flamenco performance. On the other hand, the closing cocktail reception will take place at the Cobaleda Palace, an elegant Renaissance building located next to Jaén Cathedral.
Furthermore, the plenary sessions will be held at the Iberian Museum of Jaén, a leading institution for disseminating knowledge about our Iberian ancestors, and the Old Teacher Training College of the University of Jaén, a modern building well-suited for hosting conferences and seminars. The conference program will also include a visit to an olive grove, allowing attendees to explore the natural environment of the province.
The Jaén Cathedral, Santa Catalina Castle, the Arab Baths (hidden for centuries beneath a Renaissance palace), the proximity to the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park, the numerous medieval fortresses in the province, and the Renaissance splendor of Úbeda and Baeza are just some of the tourist attractions that congress attendees can enjoy both in the city and the surrounding province. In this way, Jaén offers the opportunity to experience both its natural beauty and its rich cultural and historical heritage.
This congress will also be an opportunity to discover the local gastronomy, with numerous dishes and recipes that are especially based on extra virgin olive oil, the region’s star product. This product reinforces the identity of the region and offers diverse sensory experiences linked to food science and health.
