Burgos Castle

9th century884Spain

CountrySpain

RegionBurgos

Period9th century

Year Built884

About Burgos Castle

Built on the site of a Roman fortification. El Cid Campeador was born nearby. The castle was a royal residence of the Kingdom of Castile. Rebuilt in the 19th century after destruction by Napoleonic forces.

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