The Hidden Treasures in the Valleys of Ambroz and Jerte
Rivers Ambroz and Jerte cross a specific ecosystem composed of a rich and varied flora. The cherry tree plantations show a magnificient spectacle during their flowering season. As well as a great historic and cultural heritage. These are the best features of these two beautiful areas.
Sierra de Gata
Sierra de Gata is one of those fabulous places full of incomparable corners that enriches those who go there. It is located in the border with Porutgal and Salamanca, this situation increases its cultural legacy; the result of all these regions confer a memorable magical touch to all the towns and villages of Sierra de Gata.
Gastronomy, Excellent wines and warmth in Tierra de Barros
Reservoirs and rivers water this clayey ground which produces good wines and crops. Almendralejo, known as 'The warmth City', stands out due to its industrial and agricultural industry. Villafranca, Santa Marta, Aceuchal, Villalba, Los Santos de Maimona, Alange, Hornachos... And many other towns and villages offer a huge number of things to see and do.
Candelas, the magic night in Almendralejo
February the 1st night the city of Almendralejo let itself to be conquered by the fire which takes away bad spirits and ghosts. It is noteworthy to see how the city burns. Lots of people travel to Almendralejo to enjoy this celebration.
The Chanfaina
The last Sunday of April the town of Fuente de Cantos (Badajoz) offers one of the most famous and well-known dishes of Extremadura: that is the chanfaina, lamb stew.
Saint Isidro pilgrimage in Fuente de Cantos
Every May the 15th the inhabitants of Fuente de Cantos celebrate a country party to conmemorate the Saint Isidro's day.
Saint Isidro Pilgrimage in Valencia de Alcántara
Every 15th of May the inhabitants of Valencia de Alcántara go to the countryside to celebrate the farmers Saint Isidro Day.
El Chiviri celebration at Trujillo
El Chiviri is a celebration which combines tradition and warmth, these aspects become keepsakes which live on the memories of those who were there. Trujillo welcomes visitors in a great celebration at its main square.
A walk through La Vera
Popular architecture is mixed with Nature, water in many rivers across mountains and countries, and singular and beautiful places. The region of La Vera attracts everyone who goes there.
Pilgrimage of Virgen de Piedraescrita
The main feast of Campanario is dressed with floats made by its inhabitants. Light and colour fulfil the party which involves the inhabitants in the designing and creation of the floats, as far as music and dance come along with pilgrims on their way where the written stone was found.
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La Octava del Corpus
La Octava del Corpus is a celebration full of symbolism in Peñalsordo, a little town located at the east part of Extremadura. The horsemen wear flashy clothes to recreate the momment when the christian troops conquested the Castle of Capilla.
La Torre Sangrienta. The Bloody Tower of Jerez de los Caballeros
Templars arrived Extremadura with the christian troops, fighting against the arabs. They were living in the south of this region for about one century until the Templars were dissolved by Pope Clement V. The Jerez de los Caballeros fortress' donjon witnessed the unfortunate ending of the Knights Templar in Extremadura.
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