This monolith in Vivar del Cid marks the beginning of the Camino del Cid, a route that follows in the footsteps of the famous medieval knight Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, known as the Cid Campeador. His deeds are narrated in the 13th century epic poem Cantar de Mio Cid.

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The monolith located in Vivar del Cid marks the beginning of the Camino del Cid, a tourist and cultural route that follows in the footsteps of the legendary Cid Campeador through Spain. With more than 1,200 kilometers in length, it covers various regions and landscapes, from Burgos to Valencia. The path allows you to discover the historical places and landscapes that were part of the life and exploits of El Cid.

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starting point of the Camino del Cid

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Location: Quintanilla Vivar, Arlanzon, Burgos, Castile and León, Spain

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