tourist attractions in Extremadura ...

This remote, secret region lies to the west of Spain - between Portugal and La Mancha.

Made up of two provinces - Cáceres to the north and Badajoz to the south - its capital is Merida, a jewel dating back to Roman times.

Tiny hamlets, charming villages and heritage-rich cities abound in this sparsely-populated land of vast plains, forests and mountains.

It´s the land of the Spanish conquistadors - of Cortés, Pizarro, and Balboa.

Absence of sea and beaches keeps the package holidaymaker at bay, but there is oodles of outdoor fun with hunting, fishing and sports of all kinds.

A wonderland for nature and bird-lovers, with storks building their nests everywhere and countless rare birds in its nature reserves.

History and culture buffs will adore its cities - brimming with castles, palaces and monuments.

Mérida - the capital - is packed with important Roman remains and possesses the longest bridge in Spain built by Romans.

The wonderfully walled city of Badajoz - the region´s largest city - is home to a beautiful Arab citadel.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience here - possibly in Spring or Autumn, for this vast region can be extremely hot in summer.

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