Galicia Attractions
Galicia occupies the north-western corner of the Iberian peninsula, extending south to the frontier with Portugal. The mountain chains which dominate so much of Spain are lacking here. The extensive areas of granite and other crystalline rocks have militated against the development of any particular line of folding, so that the river systems have played a more important part in determining the topography of the region than in the Cantabrian Mountains.
The regions biggest attraction is the medieval city of Santiago de Compostella.
The regions biggest attraction is the medieval city of Santiago de Compostella.
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Way of St James
An ancient route taken by the pilgrims on their way to the tomb of the Apostle of St. James, the Way of St James is a World Heritage Site. Lining the route are ancient churches, monasteries, chapels and hostels.
Arzua, Spain
One of the last staging points on the Way of St James before Santiago de Compostela was Arzúa, which also has a church visited by pilgrims.
Palas de Rey (Palas de Rei)
A few kilometers farther on from Vilar de Doñas is Palas de Rey, with a Romanesque church which provided accommodation for pilgrims.
