Liérganes, uno de los pueblos más bonitos y llenos de historia de España, está ubicado en la comunidad autónoma de Cantabria. Conócelo a través de este reportaje fotográfico.
The morning sun filters through the windows of the train on its way to Liérganes. Outside you can see a landscape worthy of Cantabria. The buildings of Santander have been left behind and the green has gained ground. The cows grazing on the side of the road welcome you to one of the most beautiful villages with history in Spain.
Leaving the station, about 200 metres away, is the main bridge.. Also known as the Roman bridge, it is one of the main attractions of the area. The flow of the river Miera and the singing of birds accompany the landscape.
On the banks of the river is the statue of the Fish Man, the main character in the mysterious legend that surrounds the village. Next to the bridge is the old Mercadillo mill, which is now known as the Fish Man Interpretation Centre. There you can learn about the legend, as well as observe, under a glass screen, the industrial mechanism of the old mill.
As the morning goes by, the village begins to fill up with visitors attracted by the history and nature of Liérganes.
In front of the Casa Rañada y Portilla, children enthusiastically point out the flowers adorning the wooden galleries of its front.
On the way to the Plaza del Marqués de Valdecilla, the sensation of being lost in history is accentuated. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, between streets and stone walls, time seems to stand still.
Along the walk, the mansions of classicist architecture with coats of arms on their façades, such as the Casa Langre, attract attention. Likewise, the Casa de los Cañones, one of the most important buildings, attracts attention with its baroque façade and the war cannons that flank it.
La siguiente parada es la Iglesia de San Pantaleón, que se encuentra en una zona alta al sur del pueblo. Sin embargo, llegar hasta ella no es tarea fácil. Se debe recorrer un camino bastante peculiar que parte desde la Huertuca de Liérganes. Se le conoce como el Vía Crucis, ya que tiene diferentes cruces que señalan la ruta a seguir, simulando el recorrido de Jesús. Fue creado por los habitantes del pueblo como agradecimiento por regresar sanos y salvos de la guerra civil española.
When you reach the top of the hill, the tiredness disappears and is replaced by admiration and surprise as you find yourself in front of a panoramic view of Liérganes. While small butterflies fly around the place, in the distance, the ringing of bells accompanies the birds in their song. Once again, the green steals the spotlight.
But this is not the only attraction. In front of the sober church, some swings invite you to sit on them. Ready to offer a unique experience with the Busampiro Peaks in the background.
Swinging while observing the natural panorama that surrounds Liérganes provokes a kind of nostalgia. The sensation of going back in time and contemplating, with the same illusion of a child, the landscape that stretches into the distance while your feet do not touch the ground.
Back to Santander
On the way back to the main bridge, a last glance at the Fish Man marks the end of the route. The sun has already begun to set, giving the signal for departure. A group of visitors gathers at the station, where they will catch the train home.
With a sad song, interpreted by some unknown passenger on board the train, time goes by again and Liérganes is left behind.
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