La Unión City Council has awarded the contract for the renovation of the Public Market to Restauralia Cartago. This project aims to improve cultural and tourist activities by transforming the space, which is set to receive a total budget of two million eight hundred thousand euros, fully funded by the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Mechanism. The initiative gained recognition by securing the seventh highest score in Spain, amidst nearly seven hundred applications.

The renovation plans include the establishment of two new museum spaces. One will focus on the interpretation of modernism, highlighting its architectural significance in La Unión, while the second will house the Museum of Cante de las Minas. This museum aims to connect with other national and international centres dedicated to the art of singing, further enriching the cultural landscape.

The Public Market, known as the ‘Cathedral of Cante,’ serves as the venue for the renowned International Cante de las Minas Festival. Hence, this renovation not only symbolizes an architectural upgrade but also reinforces the building’s cultural identity.

In addition to aesthetic improvements, the project will address preservation, accessibility, energy efficiency, and functional upgrades. Council member Teresa López visited the site, stating that subsequent phases will complement this ongoing work to fully realise the project’s vision.