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Day trips from Mérida

Day trips from Mérida

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jun 16, 2018 | Badajoz – southwest, Itineraries

As Extremadura’s capital, Mérida is a lively place with lots to see and do. I personally recommend dedicating two full days to visiting the city to be able to take in all the sights without feeling overwhelmed or exhausted. If you’re planning to stay in Mérida for...
‘Stop the day!’ Tentudía Monastery or the legend of a miracle

‘Stop the day!’ Tentudía Monastery or the legend of a miracle

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Aug 4, 2016 | Badajoz – southwest

In a remote corner of Badajoz province, high up in the mountain is the Tentudía monastery. A building surrounded by stunning hilly landscapes, and built to honour a miracle which took place on these lands centuries ago. Or so they say. If you’re planning a visit...
Jerez de los Caballeros, following the steps of the Knights Templar in Extremadura

Jerez de los Caballeros, following the steps of the Knights Templar in Extremadura

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jul 11, 2016 | Badajoz – southwest

Jerez de los Caballeros is one of Extremadura’s white villages, its whitewashed houses with red roof tiles spreading across an Arab fortress. It’s also an unmissable stop in the Route of the Iberian Ham; and ham is always a good reason to visit Extremadura, don’t you...
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....

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