Destinations
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Nature, historical heritage, culture, gastronomy, modernity and tradition combine in this region where you will enjoy your journey with all five senses. Live out the Extremadura experience!
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Come and explore Extremadura
Nature, historical heritage, culture, gastronomy, modernity and tradition combine in this region where you will enjoy your journey with all five senses. Live out the Extremadura experience!
Experience nature at its purest. Stroll through the extensive pasture lands, enjoy a region with Mediterranean forest as its identity mark. Immerse yourself in unique natural spaces and feel the living nature with passion. Dive into its crystal-clear waters. Fish, swim, sail... on the reservoirs of Extremadura, it may surprise you to find out that you are in the region of Spain with the largest stretch of inland coastline. Extremadura's natural wealth enables you to practice open-air sports just about anywhere.
What is more, Extremadura is one of the most important European destinations for ornithology enthusiasts. You can obtain more information from this link: www.birdinginextremadura.com
Immerse yourself in history in this cradle of discoverers by visiting the most notable enclaves and enjoy some serious art in the form of original works available for you to see in the great open-air museum of Extremadura. See its three monumental sites, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, first-hand. Mérida, Cáceres and Guadalupe. Extremadura conceals a scrap of history around every corner.
Savour its essence and be intoxicated by the aroma of its cuisine. The unmistakeable flavour of its Iberian ham, with the "Dehesa de Extremadura" Denomination of Origin, will delight any palate willing to try it. You will never forget the flavour of the cheeses, especially the goat's and sheep's cheese, under the D.O "Ibores" and the tortas or cheeses for spreading, under the D.O. "Torta del Casar" and D.O. "Queso de La Serena".
Taste the region's pitarra wines and meticulously-produced and aged wines of the Ribera del Guadiana Denomination of Origin or D.O. Vinos de la Tierra de Extremadura.
Choose the towns of Extremadura as business towns, because their unbeatable installations, their convention centres, meeting rooms and range of accommodation, along with the prestigious fairs and conventions aimed at professionals held here make Extremadura a perfect place for holding different types of events.
Unwind from everyday life and recharge your strength to carry on. Extremadura offers you a host of possibilities and alternative leisure plans to enable you to disconnect from the world and practise slow tourism, otherwise known as unhurried enjoyment. Relax in the region's spas and be transported by the silence and tranquillity of its rural spaces.
More suggestions
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World Heritage Sites of Extremadura
Cities bursting with history and legend; World Heritage Sites thanks to their monumental architecture.
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Natural Spaces
Three Biosphere Reserves, a Geopark and dozens of spaces protected spaces.
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From the pastureland to the table
Hams, shoulders, pork loins, chorizo sausages, pepperoni, morcillas and bacon: pata negra delicacies
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Main cities
The beauty of nature and the splendour of the historical and artistic heritage merge in Cáceres, Badajoz, Mérida, Plasencia, Trujillo and Zafra.
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Mérida Classical Theatre Festival
Enjoy our Roman legacy with the best plays on this astonishing stage, where great stars will dazzle you.
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The Silver Way, Historic Road
The Silver Way connected Astorga to Mérida in the Roman province of Hispania, discover a history, culture and gastronomy route.
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The birthplace of discoverers.
Many of the cities and countries of the American continent were founded or discovered by people from Extremadura; pioneers who gave their names to history.
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Following in the footsteps of Isabel La Católica
Discover Extremadura by following in the footsteps of Queen Isabel la Católica, on a route that will satisfy both your senses and your curiosities. Culture, history, art, nature and gastronomy combie to offer you a unique experience.
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Bulls and dehesa pastures
The presence of the bull-fighting tradition is felt especially in Extremadura through its unique bullrings, important festivities and the existence of more than 100 breeders within the region.