Ruta por LA VERA: Entre los Empalaos de Valverde y la Calle Oscura de Villanueva

The La Vera region is home to two of Extremadura's least-visited historical sites: Valverde and Villanueva de la Vera. In these two towns, the traditional architecture—stone, wood, and water—is not just decoration, but a living, breathing infrastructure. In Valverde, we explore the irrigation channels that flow down from the mountains and visit the Castle, and delve into the tradition of the Empalaos: one of Spain's most unique, spectacular, and least-documented Holy Week rituals. In Villanueva, we venture into Calle Oscura (Dark Street), cross the Tunnel, and discover how the granite boulders are an integral part of the urban fabric. In this video: The Castle and typical houses of Valverde The Empalaos tradition The irrigation channels and town squares The Tunnel, Calle Oscura, and the rocks of Villanueva If you're interested in traveling thoughtfully through Extremadura, this channel is your guide. 🔎 Also check out these videos: 📌 The best Christmas markets in Paris:    • Los MEJORES mercados navideños de PARÍS en...   📌 Galicia: Ancares Lugo: Pallozas, castles, hórreos, and nature:    • GALICIA: ANCARES LUCENSES y sus ancestrale...   📌 Visit the Cíes Islands: A complete guide for travelers:    • GALICIA: Visita las Islas Cíes. Guía compl...   📌 Galicia: Ribeira Sacra, the impressive canyons of the Sil and Miño rivers:    • GALICIA: RIBEIRA SACRA, los impresionantes...   📌 Galicia: Arousa Island, one of the jewels of the Rías Baixas:    • GALICIA: ISLA DE AROUSA (1), una de las jo...   📌 Our travel podcasts:    • Yo y mi Maleta   On this channel, we offer travel videos about Spain and around the world to help you plan your next vacation. These are videos for travelers who want to get to know each place and connect with the people in each town or city. Travel videos for travelers, not tourists.