Juan de Ortega facts for kids

When you see the name Juan de Ortega, it can refer to a few different important people from Spanish history. This page helps you find out who you are looking for!

• Juan de Ortega (hermit) (born around 1080, died 1163) was a Spanish priest and a hermit. A hermit is someone who lives alone, often for religious reasons. He was known for helping pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela.

• Juan de Ortega (bishop of Coria) was a bishop in the city of Coria, Spain, from 1479 to 1485. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the Christian church.

• Juan de Ortega (bishop of Almería) was another bishop, serving in the city of Almería, Spain, from 1492 to 1515.

• Juan de Ortega (mathematician) was a Spanish mathematician who lived in the 16th century. Mathematicians are people who study numbers, shapes, and patterns.

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In Spanish: Juan de Ortega para niños

• San Juan de Ortega is a special place in Spain. It used to be a monastery, which is a building where monks live. Today, it's a popular stopping point for people walking the famous Camino de Santiago, a long journey many people take for spiritual or personal reasons.