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Cáceres
Cáceres is one of Spain's most perfectly preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site of extraordinary architectural completeness. The Ciudad Monumental contains dozens of palaces, towers, churches and convents from the 15th and 16th centuries in a concentration unmatched anywhere in Spain. Combined with outstanding Extremaduran cuisine and beautiful landscapes, Cáceres is one of Spain's most rewarding off-the-beaten-track destinations.
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"Cáceres is genuinely extraordinary. The old town at night is one of the most magical experiences I have had in Spain, a perfectly preserved medieval city that feels untouched by modern tourism in the best possible way."
The Ciudad Monumental is extraordinary — the concentration of towers, palaces and churches creates an atmosphere that feels genuinely medieval, particularly in the evening when the streets empty and the golden stone is illuminated against the dark sky. Game of Thrones was filmed here. The Plaza Mayor has excellent restaurants serving outstanding Extremaduran regional cuisine. The jamón from the black Ibérian pigs of Extremadura is considered the finest in Spain.
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Ciudad Monumental
A UNESCO listed medieval old city of extraordinary architectural completeness.
Towers & Palaces
Dozens of 15th and 16th century palaces and towers in an unmatched concentration.
Extremaduran Cuisine
Home to Spain's finest Ibérian ham and outstanding regional culinary traditions.
Game of Thrones
A famous filming location whose medieval streets capture the spirit of the series perfectly.
Monfragüe National Park
Spain's most important bird of prey sanctuary with outstanding raptor watching.
Extremadura Landscape
Beautiful dehesa oak woodland and countryside of great natural and cultural significance.