Galicia It is a land of contrasts, full of thousands of little corners that amaze and make those who decide to visit it fall in love. You can go from one place to another and it will continue to amaze people, with beautiful forests, incredible natural landscapes, small towns with a lot of charm, ancient traditions and a lot of history.
We have compiled a few unique corners to visit in Galicia, but without a doubt they are not all that we would like to put, because the list would finally be endless. There are many places to visit in Galician lands, that is why everyone who goes once always decides to return. And it is that so many things cannot be seen in a single visit.
Santiago de Compostela
If there is something that attracts the majority of visitors to Galicia, it is Santiago de Compostela, the final destination of the pilgrims who make the the Camino de Santiago from different points. This city has allowed many people to discover the charm of Galicia and many other places that may be interesting. When you arrive in Santiago de Compostela, the obligatory visit takes us to the Plaza del Obradoiro, with its cobblestone floor and the view of the cathedral's facade. This square is located in the old part of the city, a series of cobbled streets that show all the charm of this small destination that attracts so many people. It is possible to find many pilgrims in its streets, but you have to enjoy the souvenir shops and especially the restaurants that offer the most typical and delicious Galician cuisine.
Cies Islands
Far from Santiago, in front of the Vigo estuary, are the famous Cíes Islands. These islands receive hundreds of visitors every year, although being a natural park there are a limited number of places per day on the catamarans that take people from points such as Vigo or Cangas. The month of August is usually very busy, so we should reserve our site in advance. The trips usually open in May, since during the winter there are no boats that go to these islands. Upon reaching the Cíes we can see the famous Rodas beach, one of the most beautiful in the world, but you also have to make a great trip on foot to the lighthouse, from which you can see spectacular sunsets every day. To the surprise of visitors, seagulls are loyal companions that must be respected, as they are so used to seeing people that they will get very close to tourists.
San Andres de Teixido
It is said that whoever does not go to San Andrés de Teixido dead, goes alive. So in one way or another we know that it is a place that we are going to visit. Beyond popular sayings or religious beliefs, this visit is worth it for the beauty of the enclave in which the sanctuary of San Andrés de Teixido. After Santiago this is the second main pilgrimage place for the Galicians. It is located 140 meters above the sea, in a small town with white houses. The routes on foot and by car are very beautiful, with the great views from the cliffs. The current sanctuary is from the XNUMXth century, with a baroque altarpiece inside. Without a doubt this is a place where it is thought that there was already a religious cult even before the arrival of the Romans due to its location. A place not to be missed.
Rías Baixas
In the Rías Baixas area we can find many beautiful places, but without a doubt it is a destination that is sought after for its famous gastronomy and for its wines. In this area of Galicia we can make great wine routes, to discover different Albariño brands, but we can also find many restaurants where you can try the best seafood and the most typical dishes. Do not miss the town of Cambados, the birthplace of Albariño, where it is possible to organize a visit to the surrounding wineries, to know in depth the process that this famous wine goes through and to also carry out a tasting. In the town of O Grove we will find seafood restaurants and beautiful beaches.
Corrubedo dunes
The dunes of Corrubedo are an unknown place for many people, but to which we return again and again in search of an amazing and unique-looking natural place if we visit it once. These dunes are part of a natural park located in the town of Santa Uxía de Ribeira. It is a protected area and nowadays it is not possible to walk on the dunes, although years ago it was something common. In this space it is possible to visit the great beach, as well as the Carregal lagoon, a place that can be described as unique.