Its name is derived from the Latin inscriptions on the shield displayed on its flag: Popvls (village), Natus (born), Ignique (fire), and Ferro (iron).

This heritage is reflected in the town's coat of arms, which features a blacksmith and the Latin motto "Populus Natus Igne et Ferro," translating to "Village born from fire and iron.

The Road of Al-Rasif and its ramifications, allowing communication with the Strait of Gibraltar and continuous contact with Morocco, was the main base for Emirate relationships with the outside world and the best guarantee of their defense, as the region had a significant Berber population.

Omar Ben Hafsun, a native of the region of Iznate, to prevent abuse and persecution by the Arab authorities, renounced his Christian beliefs and converted to Islam.

It is a large Roman villa where several marble pools, space heating furnaces, and seven large-scale mosaics, including one with a pugilistic scene, were uncovered.

In 1746 it was covered, blessed, and had Mass officiated in it, and by the end of 1749 had been completed with the auction of a belfry tower that houses two bells, known in ancient times in the village as "the fat women" and "the girl".

At the foot of the altar, under its slab, there is a headstone with the following inscription: "These two graves are of Don Bartolomé García del Campo and Calderon and Ms. Catherine Muñoz Almagro Montero and Noe and their heirs.

The bricks were manufactured in the tile factories in the town, and the master builder who was involved in its construction was a neighbour of Herrera, Francisco Muñoz Moreno, known as "Curro Gigante".

The extensive schedule allows everyone participating to wear their costumes, under the watchful eye of Herrereños locals who congregate on the sidewalks, balconies, and windows.

Also, a week before the parade, wearing costumes typical of this feast, members of "Estudiantina" (troupe of Herrera) perform their songs, many of them featuring humorous anecdotes that occurred in the town throughout the year and touches of national news.

The celebration features tastings of local culinary products and beverages, along with several musical performances that highlight the cultural heritage of Herrera and Andalusia.

Therein lies its uniqueness, as the procession (unlike as happens in many other places) becomes a true biblical representation in the street, as an example, the performances of "Arrest," "The Sacrifice of Isaac," "Crossing Spears," and "Three falls."

Servite of Sorrows, Las Marias (which originally belonged to that fraternity) and an image holder Servidad Brotherhood articulating a recumbent Christ.

"Tie the Devil", a tradition that consists of joining two "jaramagos" symbolizing the expulsion of all evil, is the last act that takes place on this day.

[3] At "The Carrizosas", the celebration includes: This pilgrimage is one of the most popular events for tourists, alongside Holy Week (Semana Santa) and the local fair.

The Flamenco Festival poster "Pedro de la Timotea" announces the first day of the fair, leading figures of singing and dancing come together in this town.

Considered by all who have had the opportunity to visit, one of the most prestigious of the region, to which come herrereños who had to emigrate and for good reason do not want to miss the Fair in their hometown.

They say for those who live it more intensely that the atmosphere is different: ribbon races on horseback, gathering, preparing a good meal: for example a gazpacho made by hand with local produce including pure oil olive, visit booths where you share the wine of the land, even carefree disregard of the costumes for the occasion, after eating, singing and dancing, a date with sports, Football Trophy "Villa de Herrera" leads to the Municipal Stadium to support our team.

Mackerel, horse riders, and cars decorated for the occasion walking down Main Street to the fairgrounds, giving more brilliance to the fair during noon.

At night, the temperature is suitable for walks, to buy from the stalls that have been placed for this occasion, to wander in the various attractions, all before returning to delve into the magic of the Herrera Fair.

The old town (Barribalto) is the stage for a return to the past where Herrereños participate, either by incorporating their business, their welcoming spirit or their desire to have fun during one of the weekends in the October Herrera Medieval Market.

Around the Parish of Santiago El Mayor and its square, a large number of taverns, inns and populate craft stalls with their products, the streets allowing visitors to move a few centuries back in time.