Explora la cultura de Galicia: Tradición viva
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Old city of Santiago de Compostela
Galicia is a magical and mysterious land, an 'end of the world' (Finisterre) forged by rain, granite and the power of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a place of deep traditions, legends of 'meigas' (witches) and a culture with strong Celtic roots. Its capital, Santiago de Compostela, is the final destination for thousands of pilgrims who travel the Camino, creating a unique and universal atmosphere. The Galician landscape is an infinite green that merges with the sea in the Rías, flooded river valleys that create a perfect ecosystem for the best seafood in the world. It is a land of wild cliffs on the Costa da Morte, spectacular canyons in the Ribeira Sacra and paradisiacal beaches like the Cíes Islands. Visiting Galicia is letting yourself be embraced by its nature, surrendering to its gastronomy and feeling the energy of a place with soul.
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Galicia is a magical and mysterious land, an 'end of the world' (Finisterre) forged by rain, granite and the power of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a place of deep traditions, legends of 'meigas' (witches) and a culture with strong Celtic roots. Its capital, Santiago de Compostela, is the final destination for thousands of pilgrims who travel the Camino, creating a unique and universal atmosphere. The Galician landscape is an infinite green that merges with the sea in the Rías, flooded river valleys that create a perfect ecosystem for the best seafood in the world. It is a land of wild cliffs on the Costa da Morte, spectacular canyons in the Ribeira Sacra and paradisiacal beaches like the Cíes Islands. Visiting Galicia is letting yourself be embraced by its nature, surrendering to its gastronomy and feeling the energy of a place with soul.
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Old city of Santiago de Compostela
An extraordinary monumental complex that has grown around the Cathedral, destination of the largest Christian pilgrimage route.
Roman wall of Lugo
The best example of a late Roman military fortification in Europe, and the only one that remains intact in the entire world.
Tower of Hercules (A Coruña)
The only lighthouse of Roman origin that has maintained its original function from its construction to the present.
Caminos de Santiago de Compostela (French Way and Northern Ways)
The pilgrimage routes that cross the north of Spain, with an immense associated cultural and spiritual heritage.
Festivals & Events
Festivals of the Apostle Santiago
Second half of July, with the big day on July 25.The great festivals of Galicia. Santiago de Compostela is filled with concerts, cultural events and an incredible atmosphere. On the night of the 24th, a fireworks show and projections on the facade of the Cathedral is the central event.
Seafood Festival (O Grove)
Early October.One of the most important gastronomic exaltations in Spain. For ten days, you can taste all types of Galician seafood (crabs, spider crabs, barnacles, clams...) at popular prices in tents located in the port.
**O Entroido (Carnival):** Especially famous in the triangle of Xinzo de Limia, Verín and Laza (Ourense), where ancestral characters such as the 'Cigarróns', 'Peliqueiros' or 'Pantallas' take to the streets with their masks, cowbells and whips.
Galicia is a magical and mysterious land, an 'end of the world' (Finisterre) forged by rain, granite and the power of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a place of deep traditions, legends of 'meigas' (witches) and a culture with strong Celtic roots. Its capital, Santiago de Compostela, is the final destination for thousands of pilgrims who travel the Camino, creating a unique and universal atmosphere. The Galician landscape is an infinite green that merges with the sea in the Rías, flooded river valleys that create a perfect ecosystem for the best seafood in the world. It is a land of wild cliffs on the Costa da Morte, spectacular canyons in the Ribeira Sacra and paradisiacal beaches like the Cíes Islands. Visiting Galicia is letting yourself be embraced by its nature, surrendering to its gastronomy and feeling the energy of a place with soul.
**Santiago de Compostela, the End of the Road
**A Coruña, the Window of the Atlantic
**The Roman Wall of Lugo
**Pazos and Gardens of Camelias
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The weather in Galicia is very unpredictable and can change several times in the same day. It is essential to always wear warm clothing and a raincoat. Coastal and inland roads are often narrow and winding, drive with caution. To visit the Cíes Islands or the Playa de las Catedrales in high season, it is mandatory to request an online authorization in advance, as capacity is limited.
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