Cáceres, city, western Spain, capital of Cáceres Province in Extremadura. 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. Population (1998 estimate) 78,614.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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