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Burgos (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈbuɾɣos], UK: /ˈbʊərɡɒs/, US: /ˈbʊərɡoʊs/) is a city in northern Spain and the historic capital of Castile. It is situated on the confluence of the Arlanzón river tributaries, at the edge of the Iberian central plateau. It has about 180,000 inhabitants in the actual city and another 20,000 in the metropolitan area. It is the capital of the province of Burgos, in the autonomous community of Castile and León. Burgos was once the capital of the Crown of Castile, and the Burgos Laws or Leyes de Burgos which first governed the behaviour of Spaniards towards the natives of the Americas were promulgated here in 1512.
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1. Guias Turisticos. Descubrir Burgos
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
We offer guided tours and tourist tours through the city and province of Burgos, by the Official Tourist Guides authorized by the Junta de Castilla y León. Experienced professionals who will help you choose itineraries. We offer all possible alternatives, adapting to your needs and the profile of the visitor
2. Museo de la Evolucion Humana
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4.5 based on 1,993 reviews
Reviewed By FactotumDellaCitta - London, United Kingdom
Lying on the opposite side of the Arlanzón River from the cathedral is the airy glass structure of the Museum of Human Evolution. Just outside Burgos is the UNESCO-recognized site of Atapuerca, where rich deposits of hominid fossils and bones going back 1.3 million years were found. The museum is based on those findings and does an excellent job explaining evolution, in general, and hominid evolution, specifically. I wish we could've spent more time here.
3. Iglesia de San Nicolas de Bari
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4.5 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By Pucela08 - Lawrence, United States
Situated on a terrace, steps from the main plaza of the Cathedral, the Church is an incredible gem. San Nicolás contains an amazing late 15th-century altar piece in honor of Saint Nicholas. The artistry is amazing, a visual treat designed to inspire spiritual meditation. The church itself is quite intimate, on a more human scale than the cathedral, with nice details and decorative elements. The ornate altar is the dominant attraction. But the other spaces should not be missed, especially the side altars. The afternoon I visited, the entrance was free (on Tuesday), and the visit was a bargain. It is close to the cathedral and worth the walk up the steps. It is a place to reflect, catch your breath, and process the spiritual.
4. Arco de Santa Maria
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4.5 based on 844 reviews
Reviewed By CharlieinTexas - Austin, United States
One of the entrances to the old city, and certainly an entrance to take. Very impressive during the day, but even more impressive at night. I thought I had a picture of it at night, but I guess I don’t ...
5. Capilla de Los Condestables
6. Paseo del Espolon
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4.5 based on 695 reviews
Reviewed By FredSG - Sydney, Australia
This is one of the most elegant landmarks of the city of Burgos. It is a beautiful tree-lined promenade filled with restaurants and people. It is lovely to just walk along this promenade set in between the perimeter of the old town and the beautiful River Arlanzon. It comes to like in the afternoon and evening when it fills up with locals having a drink or something to eat. It is a must see!
7. Parque de la Isla
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4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By turistico - Yonkers, United States
This is a must attraction when visiting this beautiful city. This charming park is full of nature and beautiful architecture.
8. Historic Center of Burgos
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4.5 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By CharlieinTexas - Austin, United States
This city, in particular, this area, has an amazing vibe. The pace is slower than in larger cities, but there is nothing small about this city. Lots to see. Take your time. Pictures I took are repetitive of the pictures already posted, so I will defer to the previous photos
9. Mirador del Castillo
10. Asociacion de Guias oficiales de turismo de Burgos
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Ven con nosotros y descubre los secretos, curiosidades e historias que conforman la auténtica historia de Burgos y que te harán volar a través de las siglos y de su historia lo vivirás de una forma diferente y especial. ¡Ven con nosotros y descubre todas sus caras y llévate una experiencia única.
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