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Alagón Valley, Gata and Hurdes
These regions are dotted with natural pools of crystal-clear waters that beckon one to swim in them on summer days.
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- Alagón Valley, Sierra de Gata and Las Hurdes
Regions of waters and mountains
These regions are dotted with natural pools of crystal-clear waters that beckon one to swim in them on summer days.
In the north of the region, bordering on the districts of Sierra de Gata and Las Hurdes, you will find the Alagón Valley, with Coria at its head. The historical centre of this town is an Asset of Cultural Interest, and is therefore not to be missed. And you should not miss its famous Sanjuanes, either, a Festival of Tourist Interest in Extremadura held every June. The same title is held by the Encamisá in Torrejoncillo and the Carantoñas in Acehúche, which takes place on Saint Sebastian's day.
But there can be no doubt that this valley stands out above all for its orography, making it a very popular destination amongst birdwatchers and flora enthusiasts.
Honey, garlic-flavoured fish soup and pollen are all typical of the Alagón Valley. You can also practise water sports here, at the same time as you enjoy the unforgettable scenery, dotted with natural pools.
Just like the neighbouring region of Sierra de Gata, where the rivers and natural pools beckon one to take a dip in summer.
In this area it is easy to spot many birds, too, although the star animal is the Iberian lynx. Every autumn thousands of wild mushrooms spring up in the woods here, and are later transformed into succulent dishes. But in Sierra de Gata there is no shortage of good cold meats, hams and roasted kid, either. The oils are heavenly, as are the cheeses and the homemade sweets.
If you pass through San Martín de Trevejo, Eljas or Valverde del Fresno, don't be surprised if you hear people speaking a different language. This is their own peculiar dialect, known as "a fala".
The region's architecture, with its characteristic chestnut wood latticing, is probably best represented in Robledillo de Gata, which is an Asset of Cultural Interest.
Villanueva de la Sierra is the gateway to Las Hurdes. In this region water takes on a specially prominent role, adorning the landscape of Las Urdes in many different guises.
You can travel through the mountains in search of birds to watch, and the products from the local pig slaughters. The kid goats, the chestnuts, the goat's cheeses and the oil, which has the Gata-Hurdes Denomination of Origin, are famous. And then of course there is the honey.
The traditional architecture of Las Hurdes is preserved above all in its farmsteads, tiny hamlets scattered around the region.
And don't forget a visit to the famous Meandro del Melero. A marvel of nature.
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Coria, stately and Episcopal
A stroll around the town centre and a taste of the local dishes will suffice to conquer all visitors, not to mention the warmth and friendliness of the local inhabitants.
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Royal Prison Museum
Just like in a bee-hive, the cells of this prison hold the essence of the main historic moments of the city of Coria
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Cathedral Museum
A perfect place to learn about the history of Christianity and the city's culture in depth
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El Melero Meander
A peculiar location to go hiking and enjoy its natural pool
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Los Angeles river - Pinofranqueado
An ideal destination for summer holidays, which has a magnificent bathing area and lots of open-air activities.
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Chorro de la Meancera
Come along the path that brings you to this spot and relax to the murmur of the waterfall.
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San Martín de Trevejo
This municipality in Cáceres, holding the Cultural Heritage Site designation, has its own language and boasts many monuments.
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Trevejo
Located in the very heart of the Sierra de Gata mountains, this Cáceres town is nestled amid fabulous, unspoilt landscapes that have been admired by both Muslims and Christians through the centuries.
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Robledillo de Gata
In Sierra de Gata Mountains we come across this small town, with special architecture that makes it unique.