Trujillo is a municipality in the province of Cáceres, where you can enjoy some of the most important historical sites in Extremadura and Spain. As the birthplace of conquistadors such as Francisco Pizarro, this noble town is nowadays a real tourist attraction.
To visit the town is to experience different periods of Spanish history at every turn, in the heritage buildings, in the culture and in the character of the inhabitants. Taken together, it’s a heady mix that will stay with you forever.
Trujillo has more than 8,000 inhabitants, called Trujillanos, who live in the different population centres of Belén, Huertas de la Magdalena, Pago de San Clemente and Huertas de Ánimas.
What to see in Trujillo? This town is known for its imposing monuments and the town centre, which has the distinction of being a Site of Cultural Interest. It has a lot to offer, especially to those in search of an escape to the country.
There are no less than six Sites of Cultural Interest to visit in this town. The most imposing is the castle, set on the Cabeza del Zorro hill which affords breathtaking views. As a curiosity, this was the filming location for a memorable part of the seventh season of the famous series Game of Thrones with the keep featuring prominently.
The second is a religious monument: the church of Santa María la Mayor, where you will be able to enjoy late Romanesque architecture, fine altarpieces, paintings and even a funerary chapel.
The four remaining monuments are the palaces of La Cadena, La Conquista, Juan Pizarro and San Carlos, imposing and elegant buildings that grace the town centre. The focal point is the Plaza Mayor, where you will find the equestrian statue of the Conquistador which is a monument that you can visit for free while you discover the essence of the town.
It is precisely in the Plaza Mayor where you will be able to eat the most characteristic dishes of the area, with special mention to the migas extremeñas, moraga or criadillas - bull's testicles - served with wild asparagus.
If you want to visit Trujillo at the most exciting time of year, you have to come during the festivities. The Chíviri festival, an event of Tourist Interest, is held on Easter Sunday. Many locals dress up in traditional costumes and vibrant folklore is on display.
Another popular festival is Semana Santa Trujillana, Holy Week, which is celebrated with great devotion.
Furthermore, Trujillo is full of holiday cottages where you can stay for a few days. If you arrive when the weather is hot, there are houses with swimming pools in this area of Cáceres and Extremadura. If you prefer, there are also hotels in the centre so that you can enjoy a rural getaway without lifting a finger.
It's very easy to get here by car following the main roads. If you prefer to use public transport, there are also regular bus lines that will take you to the town centre.
