Top 10 Caceres – World's Best Places

Cáceres is perhaps one of the most interesting sites within the lesser known autonomous community of Extremadura in Spain, only some 300 kilometres South West of the capital Madrid. It is said there have been settlements near Cáceres since prehistoric times but the city was officially founded by the Romans in 25 BC. The Ciudad Monumental or old town still has some of the Roman remains blended with a mix of Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture, making the town a must see destination for every history fan. This historic city is where many of the battles between Moors and Christians took place. The Arabic influence is still visible with some 30 beautiful towers from the Muslim period indulging the famous Torre del Bujaco. The old town has so little modern elements that it comes to no surprise that numerous movies were shoot there. Because of all its remarkable features , Cáceres was declared a World Heritage City by UNESCO in 1986.