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Burgos is a city in the province of Castilla y León in northern Spain. In Roman times, the current urban area was on the road between Burdigala and Asturica Augusta, which today is respectively Bordeaux and Astorga, but no traces of an actual town formation from this time have been found. In the 7th century, the Moors conquered the region, which the kings of Asturias reconquered, and in connection with the defense against the Muslim Moors, a castle was built in 884. The castle developed into a city, and in 931 it became the capital of the duchy of Fernán González. In the 11th century, Burgos became the coronation city of the kings of Castile, and its political, economic and cultural importance has continued throughout the centuries since then.
Today, you can explore Burgos’ cozy old town on some lovely walks in the streets and in the areas along the Arlanzón river that flows through Burgos. Plaza Mayor is the natural place to start. On the southern part of the square is the city’s town hall, which was inaugurated in 1791. Close to this you can see Burgos’ main theater, the Teatro Principal, which was built in the years 1843-1858. Behind the theater you can take a walk in Paseo del Espolón, a beautifully landscaped park with a finely designed music pavilion. The park is located along Arlánzon, which can also be enjoyed from, for example, the Puente de Santa María bridge, which historically was the bridge that led into Burgos from the south.
From Puente de Santa María you can enter Burgos’ old town through the impressive city gate, Arco de Santa María, which was one of twelve historic city gates in the city wall. The gate’s current appearance derives mainly from a major rebuilding in the years 1536-1553, and the gate is now used as an exhibition space. Through the gate you come to Plaza Rey San Fernando and Plaza Santa María, where Burgos’ great cathedral stands. The Gothic cathedral was built from 1221, and there was construction on it until the middle of the 16th century. The cathedral has a beautiful interior, and Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar was buried here. Better known as El Cid, de Vivar became a Spanish national hero for his battles against the Muslim Moors during the Christian Spanish conquest. The cathedral is today included in UNESCO’s list of world cultural heritage.
In the western part of Burgos you can see the monastery Monasterio de las Huelgas, founded in 1187 as a nunnery of the Cistercian order. The monastery is very beautiful and continuously built in different styles. It is also interesting as the historical burial place of several of Castile’s kings and queens. A little north of the center you can climb the heights to the castle Castillo de Burgos. The castle is approximately 75 meters above the rest of Burgos, and therefore there are unparalleled views from the area in front of the castle. Castillo de Burgos is believed to have been built in the 8th century in the castle’s original appearance, and the large structure is now ruin.
Burgos, Spain
Overview of Burgos
Burgos is a city in the province of Castilla y León in northern Spain. In Roman times, the current urban area was on the road between Burdigala and Asturica Augusta, which today is respectively Bordeaux and Astorga, but no traces of an actual town formation from this time have been found. In the 7th century, the Moors conquered the region, which the kings of Asturias reconquered, and in connection with the defense against the Muslim Moors, a castle was built in 884. The castle developed into a city, and in 931 it became the capital of the duchy of Fernán González. In the 11th century, Burgos became the coronation city of the kings of Castile, and its political, economic and cultural importance has continued throughout the centuries since then.
Today, you can explore Burgos’ cozy old town on some lovely walks in the streets and in the areas along the Arlanzón river that flows through Burgos. Plaza Mayor is the natural place to start. On the southern part of the square is the city’s town hall, which was inaugurated in 1791. Close to this you can see Burgos’ main theater, the Teatro Principal, which was built in the years 1843-1858. Behind the theater you can take a walk in Paseo del Espolón, a beautifully landscaped park with a finely designed music pavilion. The park is located along Arlánzon, which can also be enjoyed from, for example, the Puente de Santa María bridge, which historically was the bridge that led into Burgos from the south.
From Puente de Santa María you can enter Burgos’ old town through the impressive city gate, Arco de Santa María, which was one of twelve historic city gates in the city wall. The gate’s current appearance derives mainly from a major rebuilding in the years 1536-1553, and the gate is now used as an exhibition space. Through the gate you come to Plaza Rey San Fernando and Plaza Santa María, where Burgos’ great cathedral stands. The Gothic cathedral was built from 1221, and there was construction on it until the middle of the 16th century. The cathedral has a beautiful interior, and Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar was buried here.
About the Burgos travel guide
Contents: Tours in the city + tours in the surrounding area
Published: Released soon
Author: Stig Albeck
Publisher: Vamados.com
Language: English
About the travel guide
The Burgos travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the Spanish city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
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Spain Travel Guide: https://vamados.com/spain
City tourism: https://visitbur-gos.es
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