Trujillo is a city located in the province of Cáceres, in the autonomous community of Extremadura in Spain. The city is rich in history and culture, so there are many tourist sites to visit, among them:
Plaza Mayor: It is the main square of the city and has several historic buildings such as the Palace of the Dukes of San Carlos, the Town Hall and the church of San Martin.
Trujillo Castle: It is a fortress located in the upper part of the city, dating back to the 9th century and has an impressive panoramic view of the city and the surrounding area.
Church of Santa María: A Gothic church built in the 13th century with an impressive bell tower.
Museo de la Coria y Tierra de Trujillo: This museum exhibits the history and culture of the region, with objects ranging from prehistoric times to the present day.
As for the region's gastronomy, some of the typical dishes of Extremaduran cuisine that you can try in Trujillo are:
Torta del Casar: This is an omelette made with Casar cheese, a soft, creamy cheese made in the region.
Migas extremeñas: This is a dish made with bread, garlic, olive oil and other ingredients, served as an accompaniment or as a main course.
Caldereta de cordero: This is a stew made with lamb meat, vegetables, spices and wine.
Pimentón de la Vera: A type of smoked paprika used as an ingredient in many dishes in the region.
Convent sweets: These are traditional sweets made by the nuns in the convents of the region, such as huesillos, pestiños and perrunillas.
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