The region of Extremadura is located in west southern Spain, just north of Andalucia, The main cities are Badajoz, Cáceres and Mérida

Extremadura's population is 1,120,000.

The city of Badajoz is located on the Guadiana River, near the border with Portugal. The city has a 13th-century cathedral, which contains works by 16th-century painter Luis de Morales, who was born here. Badajoz was an important Moorish town in the 11th century. After becoming a part of the kingdom of Castilla in the 13th century, Badajoz withstood numerous attacks by the Portuguese. In 1811, during the Peninsular War (1808-1814), it was captured by the French, who held it until the following year, when it was taken by the British. In the Spanish Civil War, the Nationalists under General Francisco Franco captured Badajoz in 1936 and executed hundreds of the inhabitants.

Due to the proximity of Portugal, trading is important with that country especially that of alcoholic beverages, and blankets, main production in Badajoz.

Badajoz's population is 145,000.

Cáceres, the city is on the slopes of a steep ridge, the upper heights of which are the site of the original town. In addition to ancient walls and ruins, the upper section contains several medieval castles and the Church of San Mateo, a Gothic edifice with a high tower. The principal industries include the packing of bacon and the manufacture of leather goods, cork products, hats, pottery, woolen goods, and soap. The surrounding region is impoverished and lacks highways and industrial development, but it has many large plantations.

Càceres' population is 87,000.