Castile-La Mancha is a region in central Spain located on an arid but fertile plateau south of Madrid. It has a diverse landscape that includes mountains, tablelands, and fortified villages. Some notable places to visit include Alarcon with its castle that is now a luxury parador hotel, Alcala del Jucar with bars set in cliffside caves, and Almagro with its well-preserved 16th century open air theatre. The regional cuisine features dishes like roasted red peppers and minced veal salpicon. Festivals celebrating Corpus Christi in Toledo and the Mora Olive Festival showcase the local culture and agriculture. The capital of Castile-La Mancha is Toledo.