Province of Burgos
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Small village of 29 in the municipality of Barrios de Colina. It is renowned for its hospitable reputation since it was founded by the Saint of the same name. It is an important milestone in the Way of St. James. This place of pilgrimage has got in its church has a monument declared of cultural interest.

A few meters from the shrine of San Juan de Ortega are two possibilities. The first, unless used by pilgrims, brings us to the city of Burgos: Santovenia de Oca.

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  • Monastery of San Juan de OrtegaMore information

    In the 12th century, San Juan de Ortega (Juan de Quintanaortuño), a disciple of Santo Domingo de la Calzada, devoted himself to repairing the path for pilgrims and founded the monastery to provide accommodation...

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