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El Espolón
Boulevard, the center of town, is a great place to start exploring Burgos
with kids. While strolling
around the city, a great place to stop for a snack is around the Cathedral,
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Burgos
Cathedral in the Plaza Santa María is a treasure of Gothic architecture
begun in 1221. Besides the sheer beauty of the architecture, the cathedral is worth visiting for its art (including medieval paintings, sculptures,
goldsmith and silversmith pieces, tapestries, and a 16th century Bible)
and the tomb of El Cid, the legendary Burgos hero. |
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Museo de Burgos – Offers both fine arts and archaelogical exhibits. The archaeology
exhibits cover objects from the Age of the Iron through the Roman occupation.
Fine arts exhibits include objects from the Moorish influence, medieval
painting, coins, as well as modern artists. |
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Around Burgos – |
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biking – Burgos was once an important part of the pilgrims' routes. With bigger
kids (over nine) you can rent a bike and do part of the pilgrims' trail
from Burgos to Hortiguela, about 40 miles or 60 kilometers. You'll
go across a Roman bridge, through woods to the Monastery of San Pedro and
pass through several charming villages. |
