Articles of category "Burgos"

Thanks to the United Nations and their support of the World Heritage Site Organization, a variety of monuments and natural land areas are being protected. Burgos, a city in Castilla-Leon situated in the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago de Compostela, still preserves important vestiges of its medieval splendor. The city boasts a masterpiece of Spanish Gothic architecture and offers many attractions; among them is the renowned Burgos Cathedral, declared World Heritage.

Burgos served as one of the capitals of Castile, the historic heart of Spain. The gothic cathedral is all dominant, but there are many more important monuments. Burgos is pleasant but low key, with little going on at night. But just as any other tourist town it provides great lodging and accommodation. Pick any of the Burgos Hotels and you're guaranteed great service, a comfortable setting and all the amenities that will make your stay a relaxing one.