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Burgos (Spanish: ⓘ) is a city in Spain located in the autonomous community of Castile and León. It is the capital and most populated municipality of the province of Burgos. Burgos is situated in the north of the Iberian Peninsula, on the confluence of the Arlanzón river tributaries, at the edge of the central plateau. The municipality has a ...
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Burgos is a medieval city in Castile-Leon, famous for its Gothic cathedral and its role in the Camino de Santiago. Explore its old town, its rivers, its museums and its cuisine with spain.info's tourist information and tips.
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- Cathedral. Burgos’ 13th-century Cathedral of St. Mary is UNESCO-listed, and stands out as the only cathedral in Spain to earn this status without being grouped with other buildings.
- Monasterio de Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas. It’s also difficult to sum up the historical importance of this next monument, just beyond the western edge of the city.
- Burgos Castle. On the west side of the city banking up high behind the cathedral is the tallest hill in Burgos. This was the first part of the city to be settled, as far back as the Iron Age, and it’s the site of the city’s castle.
- A Walk Through the Historic Centre. Take the weight off at a cafe on Plaza Mayor with a cold beer or cup of cafe con leche and see the town hall and irregular jumble of painted old buildings on all sides.
Burgos, city, capital of Burgos province, in Castile-Leon autonomous community, northern Spain. It is located on the lower slopes of a castle-crowned hill overlooking the Arlanzon River. It was founded in 884 and was later the capital of the kingdom of Castile. Learn more about Burgos.
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Aug 26, 2019 · A local’s guide to Burgos, Spain: 10 top tips. Once capital of the kingdom of Castile, this ancient city is full of bars and restaurants perfect for relaxing after a day exploring historic sites...
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