Torrevieja delegation and corte Salinera welcomed in Pola de Siero for Agrosiero livestock fair
- official reception held in Pola de Siero for the torrevieja delegation, including the Corte Salinera and councilors Rosario Martínez and Concha Sala.
- Mayor Ángel Antonio García and local councilors greeted the visitors at siero’s town hall.
- Delegation participated in the opening of the 40th Agrosiero livestock fair, a major event in Asturias.
- Exchanges of local gifts underlined longstanding ties as the 1957 cultural visit by Siero Musical to Torrevieja.
- The visit reaffirmed over seven decades of friendship and the sister-city relationship between Torrevieja and Siero.
Introduction
the municipal delegation from Torrevieja – led by members of the city’s Corte Salinera and councilors Rosario Martínez and Concha Sala – received a warm, official reception in Pola de Siero (Asturias) and took part in the inauguration of the 40th edition of Agrosiero, one of Asturias’ most critically important livestock fairs. the visit highlighted historical and cultural bonds between the two towns and included an exchange of local products as symbolic gestures of friendship.
Official welcome at Siero Town Hall
Upon arrival in Pola de Siero, the Torrevieja delegation was officially received in the town council building by Mayor Ángel Antonio García, together with local councilors Ana Rosa Nosti and Patricia Antuña. The reception emphasized the long relationship between Siero and Torrevieja – a link that dates back more then 70 years.
Gifts exchanged
- Vice-mayor Rosario Martínez presented a tray showcasing products from Torrevieja’s saltworks, celebrating the city’s salt heritage.
- In return, representatives from Siero offered members of the Torrevieja delegation containers of “Lacasitos,” a popular confection produced in Siero’s local factory.
Participation in the 40th agrosiero livestock fair
Following the town-hall reception, the entire delegation moved to Siero’s livestock fairgrounds to attend the opening of the 40th Feria de Ganados “Agrosiero.” The fair is recognized as one of the most critically important agricultural and livestock events in Asturias, drawing local and regional officials as well as agricultural stakeholders.
Notable attendees
- Marcelino Marcos, Councillor for Rural Environment and Agricultural policy, attended the inauguration.
- Óscar Pérez, Mayor of the Concejo de Valdés, also participated; he previously served as the town crier for festivities celebrated by the Asturian Center in Torrevieja.
Historic bonds: culture, music and sister-city ties
The reception recalled a memorable cultural exchange in 1957 when the choral group “Siero Musical” traveled to Torrevieja to participate in the third Habaneras Contest. That visit helped cement cultural ties and later led to the formal twinning between Pola de Siero (and Oviedo) with torrevieja.
Why the visit matters
- Reinforces cross-regional friendship and cultural exchange between the Valencian coastal city and Asturian inland municipality.
- highlights local products: Torrevieja’s saltwork goods and Siero’s confectionery industry.
- Promotes agricultural collaboration and visibility for the Agrosiero fair among municipal partners and visitors.
Quick facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | 40th Feria de Ganados “Agrosiero” |
| Visiting delegation | Corte salinera and councilors from Torrevieja |
| Host | Pola de Siero (Siero council) |
| Notable visitors | Marcelino Marcos; Óscar Pérez |
Highlights and takeaways
- The reception in Siero underscores a long-standing sister-city relationship and shared cultural history,going back to at least 1957.
- Local product exchanges strengthen cultural identity and mutual gratitude between coastal Torrevieja and inland Siero.
- Participation in Agrosiero projects regional cooperation in agriculture and rural policy, with senior officials in attendance.
Looking ahead
Visits like this typically lead to continued cultural programming,product promotion,and possible cooperative initiatives between municipalities – from tourism and cultural festivals to agricultural exchanges and industry visits. For Torrevieja and Siero,seven decades of friendship appear set to continue fostering mutual visits and shared celebrations.
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