Monthly Archives: October 2022

The Castle in Zamora is a landmark which has stood at the western end of the historical city for over a thousand years, with a wonderful lookout over the surrounding countryside and the River Duero.

The International Cheese Festival in Zamora was about to swing into action as we arrived! Fromago was being held in Zamora for the first time and for the next four days the streets, and the paradore, were very busy indeed. … Continued

The Cathedral of Zamora dominates the western end of the original town, alongside the castle. It was declared a National Monument in 1889.

We had spent a week in Burgos and now we were on the road again, travelling from Burgos to Zamora. We were quickly out of the town, driving through hot, flat countryside and wondering how the pilgrims managed to walk … Continued

Walking in the old city and finding corners in Burgos was one of the pleasures of the week spent in the town.

San Lesmes and San Esteban are two of the many churches in Burgos. Entry to San Lesmes is free. San Esteban, which is now a museum, is included in the 10€ ticket which also gives unlimited entry to the cathedral.

Las Huelgas is a Cistercian Convent which dates from 1187. It stands on the outskirts of Burgos, on the edge of the Parque El Parral. It is the most important establishment of its kind in Spain. Visits to Las Huelgas … Continued

The Church of St Gil Abad in Burgos is one of the churches you can visit with a 10€ ticket from the cathedral. It is a beautiful and atmospheric building on the edge of the historic town. The church stands … Continued