This
community is constituted of two provinces, Caceres and Badajoz, its
capital nevertheless being Merida, certainly worth a visit thanks to its
fantastic Roman ruins. Romans put Extremadura on the stage of history, and
Merida was one of the most important cities in the whole Roman Empire.
Lateron the region was for a long period of time the border between
Moorish and Christian Spain. After the reconquista it arrived to new
splendor with the discovery of America, when it was the cradle of several
famous conquerors.
Extremadura's landscapes are characterized by the mountain ranges
Cordillera Central, Montes de Toledo and Sierra Morena, the plains and
fertile valleys of the rivers Tajo and Guadiana, and the plain lands of
Low Extremadura. Its climate is continental, with warm summers and
temperatures well over 30 degC, and quite cold winters.
Extremadura has several natural parks and preserves, specially the valleys
of its two important rivers are important ecological reserves.
This region has yet not been discovered by mass tourism, but it has plenty
of offers if you are looking for something off the beaten track: its
original popular customs and traditions, typical dresses, great artisany
of ceramics, metal works (those of Guadalupe are of high reputation) and
embroideries, and an outstanding gastronomy: trouts, game, sausages,
cheeses, as well as excellent wines.
Cities
Merida
Merida preserves some of the most outstanding Roman monuments, including a
colossal theater, an amphitheater, two aquaeductus, and a bridge, not to
forget about the Museum of Roman Art with its invaluable collection.
Caceres
The capital of Upper Extremadura has a beautiful old quarter, enclosed by
Moorish town walls with great watch-towers. Additional attractions include
some exceptional Renaissance palaces.
Trujillo
The birthplace of famous conqueror Pizarro is well known for its beautiful
main square. There are also a great medieval castle and the well-preserved
town-walls with seven doors.
Guadalupe
This beautiful town is dominated by a colossal Mudejar style monastery
which preserves valuable works of art.
Plasencia
A beautiful town with a Gothic-Plateresque cathedral, medieval town-walls
and several palaces.
Badajoz
The capital of Lower Extremadura is worth a visit thanks to its Moorish
Alcazaba, town-walls and watch-towers.
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This
community is constituted of two provinces, Caceres and Badajoz, its
capital nevertheless being Merida, certainly worth a visit thanks to its
fantastic Roman ruins. Romans put Extremadura on the stage of history, and
Merida was one of the most important cities in the whole Roman Empire.
Lateron the region was for a long period of time the border between
Moorish and Christian Spain. After the reconquista it arrived to new
splendor with the discovery of America, when it was the cradle of several
famous conquerors.
