Sos del Rey Catolico is a fortified city located in the bare Sierra de la Peña, easily accessible from the monastery of Leire. The city owes its name to Fernando I of Aragon, as it is the birthplace of this king. Sos del Rey Catolico is a medieval fortress located opposite Navarre, whose shady streets surround the strategic peak of the hill.
During a walk around the city there are many things to see. For example, the ruins of the palace at the eastern end of Sos del Rey Catolico. Just below is the church of San Esteban, where the breathtaking late Renaissance chapel with a baroque altar - the Capilla del Pilar, Mudejar floor tiles, the vessel for holy water from the VIII century, and the dark Christ - a statue from the XII century. The stunning crypt with unique Byzantine frescoes and capitals is also open to the public. Sos del Rey Catolico also has its exquisite Renaissance buildings - the Palacio de los Sada. This is the place where Fernando I of Aragon was born, and in unison with him are mansions connected by arches around the Main Square.
To end the tour you can choose the end of Calli Perez de Biel, where is the charming with its exquisite cruciform arches and stone well Grain Exchange.

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