Galicia is
known in Spain as the "land of the 1000 rivers". Those rivers cross all
the region from the mountainous inland to the coast, where they form the
characteristical "Rias". The coast itself offers great contrasts, from the
smooth beaches of As Mariñas to the dangerous cliffs of Costa de la
Muerte, the "coast of death".
The climate of Galicia is tempered, and specially in winter, with minimal
temperatures of about 5 degC, quite rainy. During the summer season,
maximum temperatures are around 20 degC. Galicia's richdom in water and
its Rias are characteristical for its nature. At the area of Rias Altas
you will find magnific beaches, impressive towns and beautiful fishing
villages. Rías Baixas are worth a visit for their natural preserves and
balnearies, as A Toxa. The inland shows green landscapes and romantic
villages.
The first cultures which left their tracks in Galicia were Celtic, while
Romans left as a legacy the walls of Lugo, the bridge of Ourense, and the
Tower of Hercules. Middle Ages were marked by the discovery of the tomb of
the Apostle Santiago (Saint James). Thousands of pilgrims made their way
to the cathedral of the newly founded town Santiago de Compostela, and the
world-famous Way of Santiago (also known as Way of Saint James or Camino
Jacobeo), which is flanked with numerous churches, monasteries and chapels
of high historical-artistical value, was formed.
Galicia's folklore clearly shows its Celtic and Gaelic origins, and the
most characteristical musical instrument is the Gaita (bagpipe). Regional
gastronomy is of great reputation for its excellent fish, Empanada Gallega
(a typical pie of fish or meat), traditional sweets prepared in some
monasteries (where the recipes are kept in secret jalously), and the
Ribeiro wine.
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Galicia is
known in Spain as the "land of the 1000 rivers". Those rivers cross all
the region from the mountainous inland to the coast, where they form the
characteristical "Rias". The coast itself offers great contrasts, from the
smooth beaches of As Mariñas to the dangerous cliffs of Costa de la
Muerte, the "coast of death".
