Catedral de la Santa María
Burgos, Spain
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Choir Stalls
Catedral de la Santa María
Burgos, Spain
"The cathedral‘s choir stalls, carved by Felipe Vigarny in the early 16th century, are considered among the finest examples of Renaissance wood carving in Spain. The stalls feature a series of intricately carved scenes from the Old and New Testaments, as well as portraits of saints and prophets (Mateo, 2001)." -- History Tools
Carroza
The "Carroza del Corpus Christi" is a ceremonial float used during the annual Corpus Christi procession, showcasing religious and cultural traditions in the city of Burgos, Spain.
Escalera Dorada
Catedral de la Santa María
Burgos, Spain
"Nestled within the majestic city of Burgos, the Escalera Dorada, or Golden Staircase, stands as a testament to the city’s rich historical and architectural heritage. This remarkable staircase, adorned with intricate artistry and designs, serves as a significant passageway linking the famous Burgos Cathedral to the streets of the city. Built in the 18th century, its baroque style reflects the opulence and craftsmanship of that era, making it a captivating sight for visitors." -- Evendo
Friday, September 14, 2018
Colegio de San Gregorio
Colegio de San Gregorio
Valladolid, Spain
"The Colegio de San Gregorio is an Isabelline style building located in the city of Valladolid, in Castile and León, Spain, it was formerly a college and now is housing the National Museum of Sculpture. This building is one of the best examples of the architectural style known as Isabelline, which is the characteristic architectural style of the Crown of Castile region during the Catholic Monarchs' reign (late-15th century to early-16th century)." -- Wikipedia
Count Pedro Ansúrez
The monument to Count Ansúrez is located at the Plaza Mayor and consists of a bronze statue of Count Pedro Ansúrez, founder of the town of Valladolid in the 11th century, topping off a stone pedestal with additional sculptural elements.
Bidet
Hotel Rice Reyes Católicos
Burgos, Spain
This is how I know I'm no longer in the United States. :-)
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