The Café de la Iberia boasts of having been founded in 1879 and still occupies one of the most privileged corners of the Plaza Mayor of Chinchón. For over a century, it has witnessed locals, travelers, tourists, and curious visitors drawn to one of the most beautiful and recognizable squares in the Community of Madrid. For centuries, this space has served as a market, a stage for popular festivals, and even a bullring, surrounded by its unmistakable wooden balconies.

Local tradition holds that some bullfighters dressed there before entering the arena, something that perfectly fits the historical atmosphere that the building still retains. This matchbox is dated approximately between 1980-1995, deduced from the phone number lacking the "91" prefix that became mandatory in the 90s.

I admit I have a weakness for matchboxes from places that still exist. The next time I pass through Chinchón, I'll likely stop by Café de la Iberia for a drink, and who knows, maybe I'll find another story behind this small box. If I manage to discover something interesting, I'll return here to share it.