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A walk through Combarro. Among the typical stone crosses and hórreos of Galicia
One of the most beautiful, and also most visited, villages in the Rias Baixas is Combarro, a destination that you should not miss if you are in this beautiful area of Galicia. It is a very picturesque fishing village located a few kilometers from Pontevedra where the granaries and stone crosses are its main points of interest. And it is that in Combarro you will be able to find infinity of them thanks to which you will be able to enjoy a spectacular landscape, unique in Galicia. What to see in Combarro The buildings that we can find in Combarro…
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The best beaches to visit and enjoy in Galicia
Along the 1,500 km of coastline that Galicia has, there are countless beaches, many of them spectacular, that you could visit. Staying with a reduced list is very complicated and also each one will have their preferences. But here we show you a list of the best beaches in Galicia that are surely in all the pools. Some of them are essential visits and you cannot leave Galicia without at least visiting them. The best beaches you can visit in Galicia, in our opinion, are the following. Which of them do you know? If you don’t know them, you have…
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A walk through the best things to see in Allariz in one day
If you are going to visit Allariz, one of the most beautiful towns in Ourense, here we are going to summarize what is the best thing you can see on a day trip through this small Galician town where you will find incredible monuments and enjoy its atmosphere and its special charm. Allariz, bathed by the River Arnoia, has one of the most beautiful historic centers in Galicia, thanks to its important past since the Middle Ages and the prosperity that the linen and leather industry brought to the city during the 20th century. Here is a walk with the…
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Routes to visit the Rías Altas. Between cliffs and castles
Touring the Rías Altas is an experience that you must live if you are looking for spectacular beaches, great views from its lighthouses, incomparable monuments or delicious cuisine based on the sea. The Rías Altas comprise the entire Galician coast from La Coruña to Ribadeo, although in some places it is said that they begin in Fisterra, the limit between the Rías Altas and the Rías Baixas. To make it more complete, here we are going to do the tour from Fisterra. Get ready to travel through one of those areas of Spain that you have to visit whenever you…
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What to see in Santiago de Compostela in 2 days. the best in town
If you are lucky enough to be able to visit Santiago de Compostela in two days, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain with a simply spectacular old town, here we tell you everything you can see. Its old town is a World Heritage Site and in every corner you will find something that will captivate you. Strolling through its streets is a unique experience in which you will enjoy the legacy that history has left us in this corner of Galicia. If you have two days to visit the city, this is the route that we recommend for…
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The Cíes Islands and the Atlantic Islands National Park
Talking about natural wonders is very easy in Galicia because it is something that we can find almost in any corner of this corner of Spain. But nature becomes extraordinarily beautiful when we talk about the National Park of the Atlantic Islands, a group of islands near the coast, among which the Cíes Islands stand out above all. In the Cíes Islands we find what for many is the best beach in the world, Playa de Rodas. And here we tell you how to enjoy this natural jewel. Atlantic Islands National Park The Parque Nacional das Illas Atlánticas de Galicia,…
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The Tower of Hercules, the oldest lighthouse in the world in operation
Since the 1st century, the Tower of Hercules has been a witness to myths and legends, it has guided the ships that crossed the Ría de Coruña and it has been the pride of the people of A Coruña. It is the only Roman lighthouse that currently exists and the oldest that is still in operation, which is why it has been declared a World Heritage Site. Its beauty is indisputable and the views from the top are spectacular, so climbing its 235 steps to reach its top is a unique experience that you should not miss if you visit…
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Visit the Ribeira Sacra, the best of the interior of Galicia
Although the best known of Galicia are usually its coasts and its beautiful cities, in the interior we also find some impressive places such as the Ribeira Sacra. The Ribeira Sacra is located between the provinces of Lugo and Ourense, with the rivers Cabe, Sil and Miño and with the city of Monforte de Lemos as the main town in the area. Visiting the Ribeira Sacra is an unforgettable experience if you are in Galicia and one of the best areas in Spain. If you stay in Lugo or Santiago de Compostela, we recommend that you do one of these…
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The Wall of Lugo. The only Roman that preserves its entire perimeter
To speak of Lugo is to speak of its Roman Wall, an authentic architectural jewel whose beauty, conservation and history are worth the title of World Heritage Site. The Wall of Lugo is one of the innumerable walls that were built during the time of the Roman Civilization, but it is the only one whose entire perimeter has reached our days. If you visit Lugo, do not miss its main monument. Enjoy something unique that will not leave you indifferent. Visit the Roman Wall of Lugo The Roman Wall of Lugo was built at the end of the 3rd century,…
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The best things to see in Galicia in 4 days. car tours
Do you want to know what to see in Galicia in 4 days? Well, you have come to the right place, although we already tell you that four days are very few to visit Galicia and get to know all those wonderful corners that it has. The ideal is to have more days but if you are not so lucky, here we are going to propose several alternatives to get to know Galicia in 4 days. You can also know its rural areas of the interior. The best thing is to establish a base, which can be in the province…
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