Galicia is the green, rainy and mysterious north-west corner of Spain, with its own language and Celtic roots. It is also the end point of the Camino de Santiago, which leads pilgrims to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, said to hold the tomb of Saint James. Beyond the city, Galicia offers wild Atlantic beaches, the Cathedrals Beach, Cape Finisterre and some of the best seafood in Spain, including pulpo a la gallega. Start with our guide to Santiago de Compostela.
Monuments in Spain
The story of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral - From an apostle’s tomb to the Botafumeiro and the Holy Door
For more than a thousand years, people have walked across Europe to reach one granite building. Many of them still cry when they finally see it.Santiago de Compostela Cathedral...
Galicia
What to see in Santiago de Compostela - Cathedral squares, market stalls and the end of the Camino
For more than a thousand years, people have walked for weeks to reach one granite square. You can...