What to see in Ourense

Ourense

Ourense is a city in Galicia, capital of the homonymous province. This city of Galicia is well known for its hot springs, being an important tourist spot. It is known as the City of Burgas in honor of those hot springs that arise at various points. It is crossed by several rivers, the Miño being the most important. A city that is definitely worth visiting.

Let's see some of the points of interest that the city of Ourense has. A city full of heritage, history and leisure areas in relation to its thermal waters. All this makes this city a great getaway for many people.

San Lázaro Park

San Lázaro Park

This park is  has become the center of the most modern Ourense, a meeting place and a place of passage for the people of Ourense. In this park we can see a beautiful fountain that was transferred from the well-known Monastery of Oseira. Around the park we find the main administrative buildings of the city, as well as places that encourage economic activity in the area. In this park was the pilgrims' hospital, also called lazaretto, hence its current name. It was also used as a space for fairs but over time it was reduced by placing the administrative buildings in this area. Today there are several parks for children and we can also see some sculptures such as that of O Carrabouxo, a character known for the cartoons that appear in the newspaper La Región.

Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor Ourense

La Plaza Mayor is the heart of the historic area of ​​Ourense, a perfect point to enjoy the city. In this square we can find some of the most important monuments of the city, it is irregular in plan and has the peculiarity of being somewhat inclined. We can see the Town Hall and facades of houses from the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries. At present we find a very interesting terrace area to simply rest.

Cathedral of Ourense

Cathedral of Ourense

La cathedral is one of the main parts of the ancient city, around which the city developed in medieval times. Its beginning dates from the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries but over the centuries it was modified, hence we can see some styles such as late Gothic. Access is through the southern area at Puerta del Trigo. The north portal was originally Romanesque, although later Gothic details were added. On the west façade we find one of its most important parts, the sculptural ensemble of the Pórtico del Paraíso. Other points of interest when visiting the cathedral may be the Main Chapel, the Chapel of Santo Cristo or the Treasures of the Cathedral.

Museums of Ourense

In the city of Ourense we can also find some museums of interest. The Galician Traditional Costume Museum It can be a good way to enjoy popular culture, discovering something more about Galician traditions. Another museum is the Boys' Circus, which can be interesting. You must also stop by the Municipal Museum, which is located in a XNUMXth century Renaissance-style house. It has temporary exhibitions and also a permanent exhibition with more than a thousand pieces by artists from the province, being the most important museum in the city.

As Burgas

As Burgas in Ourense

The natural springs of As Burgas are part of the history of hydrotherapy of this city and have more than two thousand years of history. In this site the Roman settlement Aquis Aurienses was born, next to the mineral-medicinal waters. Today we find a wonderful complex that is visited by people from all over the community and from outside in search of its wonderful healing properties or simply to enjoy a relaxed space. In this area we can visit the Interpretation Center to learn more details about the hot springs and their history and of course we cannot stop bathing in their waters.

Bridges in Ourense

Millennium Bridge

This city is crossed by the Miño and two other rivers and that is why it is a city that stands out for its bridges. Among them it is necessary to speak of Millennium Bridge, a symbol of the most contemporary city and modern. It has a very groundbreaking and modern design and it is also surprising because it has an elevated walkway that goes up to 22 meters, which offers us incredible views of the Miño and the city. If we want to go back in the history of the city we have to go to the Old Bridge, a Roman bridge that was a strategic step for the city for centuries. This bridge was rebuilt in the XNUMXth century and was declared a historical-artistic monument. On this bridge runs the Camino Mozarabe-Ruta de la Plata that goes towards Santiago de Compostela.


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