Galicia is one of those places where tourism has grown a lot, because it has a lot to offer. From natural landscapes of great beauty to incredible beaches, a delicious gastronomy and the humor and personality of its people. We could certainly talk about thousand little places What to see in Galicia, as it is full of magical corners, but today we are going to limit ourselves to seven of them.
These seven magical places they are very special. Some harbor legends, others a lot of history, and others are simply magical because of how they are, because of their essence and their beauty. In this land it is impossible not to suffer the famous morriña once we leave it, because so much magic goes deep.
Go to San Andrés de Teixido
San Andrés de Teixido is one of the most magical places we can go, since it is said that if you are not dead, you are alive. If you do not go to the sanctuary in life, your soul will have to go in another form, in an animal or an insect, until it is liberated, and that is why there are many who go to the white church in the small town. It is also a very picturesque visit, as this town is charming, with its white houses and its tranquility.
On the other hand, in this area we can find the highest cliffs in all of Europe, a sight worth seeing. It is in a very beautiful natural enclave, where we will see the sea, the cliffs, wild horses and maybe even cattle grazing. La Garita de Herveira is the viewpoint to enjoy the best views.
Ézaro, the waterfall that falls into the sea
In Galicia they have many unique things, and this time we refer to the Ézaro waterfall, the the only one that falls directly into the sea in all of Europe. The Xallas River flows into the sea in the form of a waterfall, which has become an incredible spectacle for all who come to see this magical and beautiful place. The spectacle of the waterfall has been reduced due to the reservoir and the hydroelectric power station to take advantage of natural resources, but there are certain hours to see it.
In the surroundings there is a promenade, beautiful beaches, the picturesque town and the electricity museum. Although without a doubt seeing the waterfall when the reservoir gates open is the most magical moment.
A sunset in the Cíes Islands
Who does not know the Cíes Islands? Its Rhodes beach, already famous throughout the world, compared to the beaches of the Caribbean, the protected natural spaces and the tranquility of an island. In it you can experience many magical moments, but without a doubt one of them is enjoying the sunset, for which you will have to stay overnight at the campsite, since the last ferry of the day leaves earlier. But it is definitely worth it. One of the most incredible ways to live the sunset on the island It is to go up to the top, in the lighthouse, and wait for the sun to go down. With the cliffs, the seagulls and the sea, the moment is without a doubt magical.
Pallozas villages in Cebreiro
The village of O Cebreiro is located in Lugo, and it is one of the most emblematic steps on the French Way to Santiago. In this small town it is possible to see a way of life that has been maintained for centuries, with the incredible pallozas, which have been preserved to form part of the heritage of Galicia. These pallozas are stone constructions, which stand out for some interlocking thatched roofs that supports from snow to rain. In the village you can enjoy the famous cheeses of its gastronomy, and visit the interior of the Ethnographic Museum, located in a palloza, to see the old way of life.
The Celtic past in the Castros de Baroña
If we want to travel back in time, we just have to go to the town of Porto do Son in A Coruña and go to the Castros de Baroña, with a great beach right next to it. These forts are an ancient settlement of Iron Age fishermen, whose discovery was made in 1933. Today it is a place open to the public and it is possible to walk through the remains of these circular houses imagining the lifestyle of these people many centuries ago. You can see the defensive walls, as well as the houses and the interior stairs. It is another place where we can appreciate the sunset, and the rock cliffs and the beach are the best environment for a magical day.
Romantic walk through the Sil Canyons
If we want to spend a magical moment as a couple, nothing better than the Cañones del Sil. There are several services catamaran to be able to enjoy these canyons in a quiet walk. You can appreciate nature in its essence, on the walk along the river in the municipalities of Nogueira de Ramuín, Parada de Sil, A Teixeira and Sober. On many of these trips it is also possible to visit wineries and enjoy the wines of the Ribeira Sacra.