Sleeping in felt so good! Our bodies were definitely in need of some R&R, as we slept over 11 hours! We slowly awaken and head out for some breakfast. Afterwards, we go to Mass. The El Cid festival is still going on and many of the parishioners are in costumes from the period. There is a processional at the beginning of Mass and the dressed up parishioners enter with banners. There is a musical group playing flutes, tambourines and drums during the processional that adds to the festive atmosphere.
After Mass, we catch a taxi to Real Monasterio de Las Huelgas (“The Royal Monastery of the Pleasures”) to take a tour. It was originally a palace that was transformed into a luxurious convent in 1175 for widowed noblewomen. It is currently inhabited by an order of about 30 nuns, so no pictures were allowed inside.
We had a lovely lunch near the Cathedral of garlic soup and grilled goat cheese salad.
In the late afternoon, we took a tour of the Burgos Cathedral. The ceilings in the Cathedral were magnificent. There were stained glass windows centered in the tops of the domes. Looking up was a bit dizzying. The colors were brilliant and the symmetry so pleasing to the eye. There were many amazing pieces of art, but my favorite by far was the painting of Mary, dressed in red, with the mountains behind her.
The festival had so many unique vendors. We walked about viewing their wares. I bought a few lightweight gifts for my family.
Our day of rest was very enjoyable. By the end of the day, my good spirits were revived and I was ready to hit the trail again.
The Way to Land's End 
Burgos Cathedral reminds me a lot of Westminster Cathedral in London. Beautiful…all of your photos and text! Love the story. Makes me want to do the hike!
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