Santibañez de Valdeiglesia
Santibañez de Valdeiglesia is a small village with a rich history along the Camino de Santiago. The village is named after its church, the Iglesia de San Juan Bautista, which dates back to the 12th ... Read full notes century. This Romanesque church features a unique apse with intricate carvings and a well-preserved wooden coffered ceiling. The church has been a place of worship and rest for pilgrims for centuries. The village itself has a long association with the Camino de Santiago, as it was a resting point for pilgrims during the Middle Ages. The Hospital de Peregrinos, now in ruins, was once a refuge for weary travelers seeking shelter and medical assistance. The village's strategic location along the Camino de Frances made it an important stop for pilgrims, and its historical significance is still evident today in the preserved architecture and warm hospitality offered to modern-day travelers.
