30/08/2026
A small selection of photos from a journey through some of the lesser-known treasures of northern Spain — a journey through landscapes, history, villages and stories that are often far from the usual tourist routes.
One of the most fascinating discoveries was the Catedral de los Peces, on the shores of the Embalse del Ebro. It is the only surviving church of the eight small villages that disappeared when the reservoir was built. Today, standing almost alone beside the water, it is a powerful reminder of the communities and landscapes that were lost beneath the reservoir.
Then Las Tuerces, with its extraordinary limestone formations sculpted by erosion, followed by Palencia, dominated by the monumental Cristo del Otero and its beautiful cathedral.
The journey continued through Aguilar de Campoo, a charming historic town with its medieval atmosphere and castle, and Grajal de Campos, a small town dominated by its impressive 16th-century castle.
Another unexpected discovery was the Pirámide de los Italianos, a striking pyramid-shaped monument hidden in the mountains of Burgos. Built in 1939 as a mausoleum for Italian soldiers who died during the Spanish Civil War.
And finally, Riaño at sunset — surrounded by mountains and reflected in the waters of the reservoir. A spectacular way to end this journey through a lesser-known and incredibly fascinating corner of Spain.
Just an extract of a journey filled with history, landscapes and unexpected discoveries. 🇪🇸
Sometimes the most memorable places are the ones you discover along the way.
