In the world there are amazing places for lovers of quiet rest and beautiful nature. One of them is Galicia, a historical region in the north-west of Spain , which from ancient times was called "the edge of the earth". The capital of Spanish Galicia is the city of Santiago de Compostela.
Weather in Galicia
Thanks to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean, the climate in Galicia is mild: a rainy warm winter and a cool summer. The minimum temperature in the northern part of the winter is + 5 ° C, and in the summer it rises to + 15-20 ° C. In the southern part it is much warmer, in summer it can reach + 27-34 ° C. The hottest and driest months are July and August.
Because of the humid climate, Galicia is considered the greenest region in Italy, and it is here that most parks and reserves are located.
Recreation areas in Galicia
A diverse landscape with abundant greenery, picturesque coastal fishing villages, ancient history and bays with magnificent beaches - all this attracts people to rest in Galicia, which is located away from the bustling resorts of Spain . This region is also characterized by high ecology and the availability of therapeutic thermal springs.
Among the tourist areas for recreation can be noted:
- Rias Altas (La Coruña) - famous for its majestic cliffs, a large number of hotels and magnificent sandy beaches;
- Rias Bahas - located on the Atlantic coast, attractive to tourists with its beautiful parks and reserves;
- Islas-Sies is an archipelago in Vigo Bay with magnificent beaches, as well as a nature conservation zone where gulls, cormorants and gray herons nest.
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Galicia is proud of its ancient history, which began with the Celtic civilization, as well as its original culture, traditions and its own language - Galician.
Attractions in Galicia
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Among the most significant sights of Spain in Galicia is the found in the Middle Ages the burial place of the Apostle James in Santiago de Compostela. As a result, the capital became one of the three sacred cities in the world (on a par with Rome and Jerusalem) and here come for pilgrimage the faithful from all over the world. Following the Way of St. James, passing through churches and monasteries, pilgrims finish their journey in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
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The temple was consecrated in 1128. Its architecture is very interesting, since all its four facades are completely different. The walls outside and inside are decorated mostly with medieval sculptures, and a huge censer hangs to the ceiling.
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Santiago de Compostela
The historical center of the city is surrounded by small ports that unite architectural monuments into a homogeneous composition. Here each building is of interest: the monasteries of the 16th century San Martin Pinari and San Pelayo, the Helmires palace, the Santo Domingo de Bonaval church and others.
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The Museum of Ethnography will acquaint you with the life and history of the people of Galicia, archaeological - with finds of antiquity, and in the carpet museum you will see Spanish and Flemish tapestries.
Historical monuments
The remaining monuments of the history of the Roman Empire in Galicia are:
- the Roman bridge;
- fortress walls surrounding the city of Lugo - in its pristine appearance;
- The tower of Hercules is the only functioning Roman lighthouse of the 2nd century, which remained in the world. It is located on the Cape of La Coruña in the north of the city.
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La Coruña
This resort and the port of Galicia on the Atlantic coast. In addition to the Tower of Hercules, it is interesting to visit the central square of Maria Pita, visit the monasteries of Santa Barbara and Santa Domingo, the garden of San Carlos, as well as the castle of San Antón and the town hall. On the "Coast of Death" - a beautiful coast near the city, where ships often died, beautiful panoramic views are opened.
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Vigo
In addition to unique architectural monuments and beautiful white sand beaches, the city has the only zoo in Galicia on the mountain where about 600 animals and birds live on an area of 56,000 km².
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These attractions are only a small part of Spanish Galicia.