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Here you can still enjoy real and unspoilt Spain… Not one autonomous province is characterised by so much diversity in nature and culture as Extremadura. Thanks to the treasures that many peoples left behind here, Extremadura is a true paradise for culture enthusiasts. Nature enthusiasts also have much to choose from. The area is full of contrasts. The plateau varies in height between 130 and 2400 metres, and the region consists of forests, water, mountains, and plains. This area is especially popular with birdwatchers. The Tartessians, Celts, Alans, Arabs and, of course, the Romans have all left their traces. That’s why Extremadura has an important cultural heritage. Most of the Roman buildings can be found in the capital, Mérida. Because Mérida was situated at the crossing of many roads, it became one of the most important Roman towns, which is still reflected by the Roman theatre, the amphitheatre, and the temple of Diana. All over Extremadura, you could visit many museums and sights of various origins, form various times. These can especially be found in towns such as Cáceres (known for its storks), Trujillo (‘Cuidad de los Conquiestadores’), Plasencia (‘the pearl of the river Jerte'), Badajoz (the modern town with a long history), and of course the capital of Mérida. In addition to a wealth of cultural heritage, Extremadura also has no fewer than 54 natural areas. The ‘Parque Natural de Monfragüe’ is the most famous and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The towns of Guadalupe and Alacántara are also really worth a visit.
Places of interest
- Watch a real performance in the old Roman amphitheatre of Mérida. Observe the gorgeous stage wall with marble columns and statues.
- Climb the towers of the castle of Trujillo and enjoy the wonderful views across beautiful scenery that was used as the backdrop for the film "The Gladiator".
- Cáceres, a Medieval town with its cuidad monumental (old town with alleys, palaces, and Jewish quarters).
- The caves of Maltravieso (close to Cáceres).
- Villuercas and Alange, and the countless megalithic tombs in Valencia de Alcántara.
- The prehistoric villages of La Serena, La Siberia, and the reservoirs in the northeast of the province of Badajoz.
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