Thursday, January 27, 2011

Merida - Two Thousands years of Spanish history

Tucked into the region of Extremadura on the western frontier of Spain is one of Spain's hidden treasures: Merida. Host to dozens of national monuments, the city of Merida is a showcase for Spanish history. A true treasure of the city is the Roman remains: Visit the Roman amphitheater, the Circus, the Temple of Diana and the Roman bridge, among other sites. Move forward in history and visit the Alcazaba, the Moorish fortress built in the 9th century. The reconquest brought us the Basilica of Santa Eulalia, and the convents and churches that sprang up during Spain's golden age dot the city. In all, Merida offers you a wonderful chance to visit a classic Spanish city and see how more than two thousand years of history are melded into one rich and wonderful culture.

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