Discover Palencia

The capital of Palencia hides many artistic wonders to be discovered slowly, without rushing.
	Cristo del Otero This is an impressive figure of a Christ watching over the city from the top of a hill. It was built in 1931 by sculptor Victorio Macho, who is now buried at the feet of his work. Its 30 metres high make it the third biggest Christ in the world. It is a custom to throw bread and small cheese truckles from its feet during the traditional festivities in Palencia.
	Catedral Known as “The Unknown Beauty”, this Cathedral is one of the biggest and most impressive Romanesque temples in Spain. Inside it lie the remains of the patron saint of the city, San Antolín, which can be found in San Antolin’s Crypt. One of the gargoyles features the image of a photographer, sculptured by the stonemason who worked on its restoration.
	Santa Clara Monastery The church dates back to the 15th century and it is world-famous thanks to the Christ of the Claras inside it. The Christ is a reclined figure and legend has it that His nails and hair keep growing.
	Plaza Mayor Dates back to the 17th century.
	Calle Mayor It is the main street in the city, the street where the commercial, cultural and administrative lives of the city blend together. It is the shopping street par excellence.