Badajoz
- Resort type: Country resort
- Landscape: Mountains, Plain, Riverside, Flora of the Mediterranean
- What to do: Cycling, Golf, Mountain Trails, Natural Parks & Reserves, Horse Riding, Hunting, Historical & Architectural Monuments, Hiking, Fishing & Spearfishing, Festivals & Carnivals
The province of Badajoz is the largest province of Spain located in the Autonomous Community of Extremadura at the Spanish border. It is bordered by the provinces of Caceres, Cordoba, Toledo, Seville, Ciudad Real and Huelva. It perfectly combines the Mediterranean forests with pastures and mountains. The administrative centre is the town of Badajoz.
The region has a wealth of history that travellers will get to know with a guided sightseeing tour. The journey includes a tour of popular historical and architectural landmarks or exhibits of local museums.
The province is rich with natural landmarks, among which the Cornalvo Reserve located 7 km east of Merida is worth a visit.
Badajoz is renowned for its ecotourism. Countryside hiking and cycling tours, horseback riding, mountain hiking, hunting and fishing are popular with vacationers. Kayaking, air sports, golf and archery are available for outdoor adventurers.
The trip will be best remembered for a number of festivals and holidays that event tourism enthusiast can visit in Badajoz.
At local cafes and restaurants tourists and their travel companions will be offered to try the region’s traditional cuisine.