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A beautiful piece of the old city wall that can still be admired here.

This building in Leon, known as "Casa Botines," takes us back to the late 19th century. Designed by the still-famous and esteemed architect Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926), it was originally conceived and built as a residential and commercial building, but now serves as a museum.

The apostle, represented here directly in front of the church with a beautiful stone statue, belongs, together with his brother, to the inner circle of Jesus' disciples. In his version of the "Good News" (this is the meaning of the word "gospel"), the Evangelist Mark lists the apostles: "James, the son of Zebedee, and John, the brother of James—them he surnamed Boanerges, which means "sons of thunder" (Mark 3:17). They were said to have had strong tempers, but were faithful followers of Jesus Christ, in whom they recognized the promised Messiah. According to the Acts of the Apostles, James was executed for his faith.

In Mansilla de las Mulas you will find this beautiful statue of St. James the Apostle which reminds the pilgrim of the destination of his journey.

The Cathedral is undoubtedly the symbol of the city and its history dates back to the 10th century. The royal palace of Ordoño II was located on the old thermal baths and public buildings that the Legion VII had built in the mid-2nd century. In 917, after defeating the Arabs in the battle of San Esteban de Gormaz, the king, “thankful to God”, gave up his residence so that the first cathedral temple could be built there.

Leon is an impressive city. At its heart, the Gothic cathedral captivates with its beauty.

A beautiful, lively square right at the entrance to the old town of Leon.

The most famous monument is the church, recently the remains of an old hermitage were found. In the village there is a distillery where pomace and typical wines from the region are sold.