Tosantos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tosantos
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Municipality and town
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View of Tosantos, 2010
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Municipal location of Tosantos in Burgos province
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Burgos |
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| Comarca | Montes de Oca | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 5 km2 (2 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 818 m (2,684 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 57 | ||
| • Density | 11.4/km2 (30/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
09258
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| Website | http://www.tosantos.es/ | ||
Tosantos is a small town and municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Burgos, which is part of the Castile and León region. In 2018, about 57 people lived there.
Tosantos is famous because it is located on the Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James. This is a very old and important pilgrimage route. It has been used for over 1,200 years! The route goes through France and northern Spain. It ends in the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela.
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Discover the Camino de Santiago in Tosantos
The Camino de Santiago is a long journey. Many people walk it for spiritual reasons or just for adventure. Tosantos is one of the many stops along this famous path.
Pilgrim Hostel: A Welcoming Stop
Since many travelers pass through, Tosantos has a special place for them to stay. It is called a pilgrim hostel. This hostel is open every year from April to October. It can host up to 50 pilgrims each night. It gives them a place to rest and sleep before continuing their journey.
Explore the History of La Ermita
Tosantos has a unique historical story. It is about a woman known as La Ermita. Her story is very old, going back about 800 years.
La Ermita's Cave and Chapel
La Ermita lived in a cave. This cave was high up in the cliffs above Tosantos. She helped the pilgrims who were passing by. She offered them comfort and support.
Over time, a chapel was built right inside that cave. It is a special place that honors La Ermita and her kindness.
Annual Fiesta and Procession
Once a year, the people of Tosantos have a special celebration. It is called Fiesta day. On this day, they hold a procession. Everyone walks together through the town. Then, they go up a winding path to the cave chapel.
During this procession, they give thanks. They thank God, Santa Maria, and La Ermita. They are grateful for the blessings given to their town. It is a way to remember their history and traditions.
See also
In Spanish: Tosantos para niños
