La Serena, Administrative comarca in Badajoz Province, Spain
La Serena is an administrative territory in eastern Badajoz Province comprising nineteen municipalities spread across plains and rolling hills. The region is connected by a network of roads that also link it to the neighboring provinces of Ciudad Real and Córdoba.
This territory originated from the former Partido de La Serena, established by the Order of Alcántara following the Islamic expansion of the 13th century. That administrative structure, rooted in medieval times, shaped the foundation for today's regional organization.
Shepherds in this region have raised Merino sheep for generations, using their wool and milk to produce the distinctive local cheese that bears the territory's name. This livestock tradition continues to shape the daily rhythm and appearance of the land.
The region is lightly populated with scattered rural settlements and pastureland best explored by car, as villages are spread far apart. Visitors should be aware that public transportation is limited, making a personal vehicle the most convenient option.
The La Serena reservoir is Spain's largest water storage facility, creating an expansive lake at about 400 meters elevation that stands out against the surrounding dry plains. This unexpected presence of water dramatically reshapes the character of the otherwise arid landscape.
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