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   What is León famous for?

   • Let a local expert handle the planning for you. León's 13th-century cathedral, with its soaring towers, flying buttresses and breathtaking interior, is the city's spiritual heart. Whether spotlit by… León's showpiece Museo de Arte Contemporáneo has been acclaimed for the 37 shades of coloured glass that adorn the facade; they were gleaned from the…

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   Which city was the capital of the Kingdom of León?

   • Alfonso III of León and García I of León made León city the capital of the Kingdom of León and the most important of the Christian cities in Iberia. The seat of the kingdom of Asturias moved to León in 910.

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   When did León become a city?

   • The Spanish city of León developed as a Roman military settlement between the last century BC and the first century AD. It has since grown into a vibrant cultural hub, rich in medieval cathedrals, tapas bars, museums, and more.

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   How did León get its name?

   • The city of León was founded by the Romans. Its name originates from the name Romans gave to the city, "Legio VII". Tourists who come to León can enjoy many monuments such as the city walls, the gothic cathedral or Roman monuments such as the Church of San Marcelo €14. 1 Santa María de León Cathedral.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › León,_SpainLeón, Spain - Wikipedia

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   Ayuntamiento de León. León ( Spanish: [leˈon]; Leonese : Llión [ʎiˈoŋ]) is a city and municipality of Spain, capital of the province of León, part of the autonomous community of Castile and León, in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. It has a population of 124,303 (2019), [2] by far the largest municipality in the province.

   • Country: Spain
   • Autonomous community: Castile and León

   • Founded: 1st century BC
   • Province: León

3. www.spain.info › en › destinationTourism in León. What to see. Tourist information | spain.info

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   León is a historic city on the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago de Compostela, with Romanesque architecture, museums and gastronomy. Explore its attractions, events and activities in the province of León, including the Picos de Europa National Park and Las Médulas.

4. www.danflyingsolo.com › leon-spain-travel-guideHow to Spend a Weekend in León, Spain: Things to Do and See

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   Jan 8, 2023 · León is a refined city of architectural treasures and tempting tapas in northwestern Spain. Learn how to spend a weekend in León, visiting the UNESCO-listed Cathedral, the Roman Walls, the Basílica de San Isidoro and more.

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5. www.lonelyplanet.com › spain › castilla-y-leonLeón travel - Lonely Planet | Spain, Europe

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   • Catedral. León's 13th-century cathedral, with its soaring towers, flying buttresses and breathtaking interior, is the city's spiritual heart. Whether spotlit by…
   • Museo de Arte Contemporáneo. León's showpiece Museo de Arte Contemporáneo has been acclaimed for the 37 shades of coloured glass that adorn the facade; they were gleaned from the…
   • Real Colegiata de San Isidoro. Attached to the Real Basílica de San Isidoro, the stunning Panteón Real houses royal sarcophagi, which rest with quiet dignity beneath a canopy of some of…
   • Museo Gaudí. Antoni Gaudí's contribution to León's skyline is the castle-like, neo-Gothic Casa Botines (1893), though the zany architect of Barcelona fame seems to…

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   Things to Do in Leon, Spain: See Tripadvisor's 94,253 traveler reviews and photos of Leon tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Leon. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   Sep 22, 2023 · Learn about the history, geography, attractions and culture of León, the capital and largest city of the province of León in the Northwestern part of Spain. Explore its medieval cathedrals, tapas bars, museums and more. Discover its role as a cultural hub and a Camino de Santiago pilgrimage destination.

9. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › León_(Spain)León (Spain) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   León is a city in Spain, and capital of the province of the same name. It is on the Way of St. James and has a vast cultural, historical and architectural heritage. Some of the city's most prominent historical buildings are the Cathedral, one of the finest examples of French-style classic Gothic architecture in Spain, the Basilica of San ...