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A lot of times I feel like - you've seen one cathedral, you've seen them all. Until this one. The only other one I have seen in the world with the grandness of the exterior only, interior doesn't at all compete, is La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. The details and massiveness (I know that is not a word.) The Star of David and Moorish architectural designs, Aaron and Moses on the left side of the entrance door, all gave the creation an aura of multicultural values. Inside however was chapel after chapel. A few original installations. A gorgeous room I had seen in pictures and had particularly wanted to see is restricted for parishioners. I was shocked at the 7€/person entrance fee. Other than a church in Boston, this is first time I have seen a charge to enter a house of worship including St. Paul Basilica in Vatican City. A huge flag on the wall outside the cathedral has an endless list of corporate logos for sponsors. This city is also on the Camino de Santiago/Chemin Saint Jaques de Compostelle route making a charge all the more ironic. Adding to that, museums we visited over 10 days were either free or 1€. Seeing the exterior is enough.
Karen DecterKaren Decter
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Last year (2023) I had the pleasure of visiting Burgos Cathedral during my 1-day stay in Burgos. The Burgos Cathedral is not only a UNESCO World Heritage, but also the final resting place of El Cid ans his wife Doña Jimena. So I could not miss that. The cathedral is easily accessible and right in the middle of the old-town of burgos. In conclusion, my first visit to Burgos Cathedral was a memorable experience that left a lasting impression on me. So if you ever find yourself in Burgos, I encourage you to take a moment to step inside and discover this great monument. You can easily spent 2 hours in there. On your way out you will find a beautiful take-away store where i got a copy of the merriage-certificate of el cid and jimena and some burgos chocolate. My highlight was defenitely the whole architecture and the coffin, paintings and eventually the big gravestone of El Cid and Jimena. So long sentence short; Does the Burgos Cathedral worth a visit? – Short answer; DEFENITELY. Here are a couple of cellphone pictures I took on my trip. And you can check my website (travel - spain . o r g) for a more detailed review.
J.C. García Arrocha (Travel Spain)J.C. García Arrocha (Travel Spain)
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When Alfonso VI, who was the king of the old kingdom of Castile, promoted the construction of a Romanesque-style cathedral in the city of Burgos: the Santa María de Burgos Church. In the year 1219, this church hosted a ceremony of great importance for the kingdom of Castile, the wedding of the then King of Castile Ferdinand III and the German princess Beatriz de Suabia (daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor Federico II of Swabia Hohenstaufen) . The cathedral began to be built in 1221, and it is said that the first architect was of French origin, as classical Gothic was not yet well known in Spain. Construction was completed almost forty years later, and even then over the next few years it was remodeled and expanded until 1765 (not counting later restorations).
Artur VictoriaArtur Victoria
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Beautiful Cathedral with so much to see. Couple of hints for your visit. 1. Watch the lines and get in line when they go down. I watched the line go from 30 down to none and back up to 30 in 10 minutes. 2. The cost is 10 Euros but they offered discount for pilgrims on the Camino and cost 5 Euros. 3. Once you pay look to the right if you need to lock something and you will need 1 Euro to get the key out but you get the Euro back when you reinsert your key. 4. The cathedral is rather large and takes at least 1.5 hours at a minimum. 5. I would recommend you looking up so information prior to arrival as you will see that it is definitely worth a visit. 6. If you are a pilgrim you will get your stamp in the Store. Ask at counter.
Mike BraccioMike Braccio
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One of the most extraordinary tours I have ever taken. I downloaded the Cathedral tour app (which is both free with your e trance ticket and provided in multiple languages), easily facilitated by the on-site wifi, in only seconds. I then followed each of the 33 stops that introduced you to each of main areas of the Cathedral. The nice thing about the app, was that it stays with you so you can review it later as you review each of the many pictures you will I evitably take and allows you to spend as much time in thank of the locations as you want. As to the Cathedral itself, the only word to describe it is magnificent!!! Of all the churches I have seen, only the Vatican outshines it. A MUST SEE if you are ever in Burgos!
Darrell MarleauDarrell Marleau
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This is a world heritage site and we'll worth a stop. As amazing as it is from the outside, a visit to the interior is a smorgasbord of Gothic wonder. You'll need at least two hours. Pilgrims with credentials only pay 4.50€. A bargain for all there is to see. Wonderful stained glass windows and soaring vaulted ceilings. Here the Medieval artisans brought stone carving to new heights of artistic achievement. The two-story cloister with stunning stained glass windows is an absolute wonder. There are lockers for pilgrims to leave their backpacks for the visit. Audio guides in multiple languages come with the admission. Amazing! A true architectural treasure in the Camino Frances.
Gary BedellGary Bedell
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Pl. Sta. María, s/n, 09003 Burgos, Spain
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The Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos is a Catholic church dedicated to the Virgin Mary located in the historical center of the Spanish city of Burgos. Its official name is Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de Santa María de Burgos.
attractions: Museum of Human Evolution, Castillo de Burgos, Parque de La Isla, Hotel NH Collection Palacio de Burgos, Arco de Santa María, Museo de Burgos, Saint John's Monastery, Centro de Arte Caja de Burgos CAB, Iglesia de San Lesmes Abad, San Esteban, Burgos, restaurants: Casa Pancho, Cervecería Morito, La Favorita Burgos, Restaurante Mesón Los Herreros, Restaurante Casa Ojeda, En Tiempos de Maricastaña, Restaurante Don Nuño, Rimbombin Hostal - Bar - Restaurante, La Boca del Lobo, Vermutería Victoria
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