From 30+ degrees, we crossed the Sierra de Atapuerca at 5 degrees with a wind chill bringing it close to freezing. That's a bit sudden, but we did learn from our hosts last night (in remote tiny Olmos) that this area is always windy and always much cooler than anywhere else in Spain. so out came the long sleeves and ear covers for the first time. Our fingers were frozen by the time we dropped into the valley below, and we slowly thawed out on the walk into Burgos.
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| stones forming a labyrinth... |
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| at the top of the hill |
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just before we dropped down into the valley,
the city of Burgos in the distance,
the view impeded by a giant sign telling us
how great the view is |
Burgos is a jewel in Spain's crown. A Roman city, although the Visigoths and Muslims didn't think much of it. In the 9th century it returned to favour by the Christians, who initiated the building of Gothic splendours. Birthplace of famous warlord El Cid. Also seat of Francisco Franco's fascist government during the Spanish Civil War in teh 1930s. Burgos has seen its share of drama.
It is now a city known for its food, architecture and art, home to one of the greatest cathedrals in the world and it is where we can enjoy a rest day!
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| statue of El Cid, referred to as "The Bat" due to its extravagant bronze cape |
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