The charming town of Burgos is very typically medieval, exuding Northern Castilian ambience. Since its foundation in 884, its historical, monumental heritage always entices the visitor. Gothic monuments, such as the impressive cathedrals Monastery of Las Huelgas and the Cartuja de Miraflores, dominate the scenery. Sightseeing Burgos With its well preserved town center, holding famous, medieval, historical Spanish personalities, this town has places of attraction such as: The Cathedral – this is a 13th century Gothic structure, with a magnificent portal, that is most admired in the world. Another splendid architectural 15th century structure is the Capilla del Condestable chapel. The Monasterio de las Huelgas is a Gothic style monastery with a Romanesque cloister; it is one of Spain’s treasured monuments and was founded by Alfonso the eighth in 1187. He was buried in this vicinity along with other members of Spanish royalty. The monastery opens daily except on Mondays. La Casa del Cordón is an outstanding and exceptional, civil architectural palace in Burgos, and it has a remarkable portal display. Iglesia Nuestra Señora La Antigua de Gamonal is a Gothic church from the 4th century with a portal of ‘Mudéjar’ design. Iglesia de San Esteban is a 13th century church of Gothic origins. Nearby stands a 12th century arc of Arabic design, called the Arco de San Esteban. Iglesia de San Gil is another church of Gothic design from the 14th century and it has chapels and intrinsic artistic tombs on the inside. Two particular chapels, the Lost Encinas and Los Castros are located here. Iglesia de San Lesmes is another church, of Gothic design, built between the 14th and 16th centuries. It is the resting place or burial ground for the locals. Iglesia de San Nicolas is a splendid Gothic church, which was built in the 16th century, with a Gothic cum Renaissance altar inside. The altar was the work of the famous San Francisco de Colonia. Cartuja de Miraflores is a church, which was built in the 15th century, and opens its doors to visitors on a daily basis. It houses the tombs of the royal couple, King Juan II and his queen, Doña Maria. Puerta de Santa Maria is considered the town’s door. It is from the 16th century and has an impressive 14th century tower that is totally Arabian in design and style at the side. The town’s Archaeological Museum is open on work days, half days on Saturdays, and closed on Sundays. The town has many quaint and ancient city walls that have been conserved properly.