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Fregenal de la Sierra, or the bullring inside a Templar castle

Fregenal de la Sierra, or the bullring inside a Templar castle

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....
10 things you’ll experience in rural Extremadura

10 things you’ll experience in rural Extremadura

by Irene Corchado Resmella | May 10, 2016 | Other stuff, QUIRKY & ORIGINAL

Extremadura is the go-to destination for Spain lovers searching for a different experience. Are you a first-timer in Spain’s wild west? Then keep reading to discover the 10 things you’ll experience during a trip to rural Extremadura. You’ll be eyed up by locals  ...
Spanish rural little gems – Robledillo de Gata

Spanish rural little gems – Robledillo de Gata

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Oct 19, 2015 | Cáceres – northwest

Robledillo de Gata is said to be one of the most beautiful villages in Extremadura and on my last trip back home I found out why. Mountains, water, relaxation, slow life and picturesque architecture are waiting for you. Are you coming? DISCLOSURE This article is NOT...
Walking in Extremadura: Garganta de los Infiernos Nature Reserve

Walking in Extremadura: Garganta de los Infiernos Nature Reserve

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jul 9, 2015 | Cáceres – northeast, Nature & walking

Extremadura is all about nature. If you like walking take note of today’s suggestion in the north of the region. You won’t be disappointed. During my last trip to Extremadura I decided to include a day of walking in the Garganta de los Infiernos Nature Reserve, in...
Garganta la Olla, the perfect Spanish rural getaway destination

Garganta la Olla, the perfect Spanish rural getaway destination

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jun 7, 2015 | Cáceres – northeast

A little town with barely 1000 people, traditional architecture, a slow-paced lifestyle, gorgeous views to the mountains and located in the middle of nowhere. That sounds like the perfect rural getaway destination, don’t you think? If you need a short break in Spain...

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My name is Irene Corchado Resmella and I'm the person behind Piggy Traveller. From Extremadura but living in Edinburgh. An independent Spanish sworn translator and content writer. Serial expat, frequent traveller, Russophile.
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