by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jun 11, 2016 | Badajoz – southwest, Castles
For a small town of just 5,000 people, Fregenal makes quite a good tourist destination for a day visit. Expect a charming main square, several churches, a convent with a cluster and tons of houses which have seen better times, but still keep an imposing appearance....
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Mar 26, 2015 | Badajoz – northeast, Castles
A Spanish castle? In Siberia? You may think I’ve gone crazy, but I haven’t. Surely everyone has heard of (the Russian) Siberia, but only a few know that there is another Siberia… in Spain. In Extremadura, to be more precise. DISCLOSURE This article is NOT sponsored....
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Dec 16, 2014 | Badajoz – northeast, Castles
Most travellers have heard of Medellín, Colombia, but are unaware that the city was named after a small town in the Spanish region of Extremadura. While small in population (+2,300), the original Medellín is big in history, and is worth a visit. If you find yourself...
