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| ABOUT GALICIA |
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Galicia is the
autonomous region in the north west of Spain, and is divided
into 4 smaller provinces, namely Pontevedra, A Coruña,
Ourense and Lugo.
The mosaic of landscapes in Galicia has something to
please everyone.
Over a thousand km of coastline with some spectacular cliffs,
in the Rías Altas area, to the north, beaches and numerous
estuaries, as well as a good number of rivers.
The mountainous regions reach 200 m towards the east
in the province of Lugo, and weather can vary dramatically from
one province to another.
Galicia as a whole is a rich wine producing area, white
wine having become more renowned than red, although both are
produced. Names include Albariño, Ribeiro, Godello, Betanzos,
Barrantes amongst many more.
Cheese and ham are also local delicacies, and a huge
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In the Rias Baixas area, from Baiona - in the province
of Pontevedra - to Fisterra - in the province of A Coruña,
one is privileged to enjoy a special microclimate, where mild
temperatures predominate for most of the year, with abundant
though not excessive rainfall, giving rise to a rich, green
landscape.
The many beaches bordering the Rias Baixas are ideal
places to visit all year round, and especially in summer.Needless
to say, with such a large proportion of coastline, Galicia is
well-known and well-loved for its abundance of seafood, both
in variety and quantity.Most towns all over the region celebrate
the different types of produce on specific days, such as the
cheese festival in O Cebreiro o the first Sunday in April, the
seafood festival on and around the 12th
October in O Grove, sardine festivals all around in the summer,
especially in Sada, to the north in mid - August, and in Corme,
a small village along the Rias Altas, whose people never fail
to offer a good time for all at the goose barnacle fair ( festa
do Percebe ) at the beginning of July. Above Fisterra, along
the ·Costa da Morte· (coast of death), given its
name due to the hundreds of ships that have run aground and
become shipwrecked in the stony shallows, is an area full of
contrasts; small estuaries, coves and huge beaches backed by
stunning rock faces. It offers the visitor magnificent views,
somewhat less favourable temperatures than south west Galicia,
exquisite seafood and fish, and also the opportunity to see
the famous Camariñas lacemaking. Surfing and windsurfing
are specialist sports along the northern coast of Galicia.
Galician people are keen for the visitor to feel at home.
There is a well developed hotel trade, excellent restaurants,
spas and rural houses converted for tourism. And don't worry
about the Galician language itself; Castillian Spanish is spoken
by everyone, and 'Gallego' is fun to learn! |
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| INLAND GALICIA |
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The
area inland from the famous Rias Baixas and Rias Altas may not
share the same special micro climate but certainly has plenty
to offer its visitors and those seeking a new lifestyle.
Some of the most spectacular architecture can be appreciated
in Galicia, including castles, monasteries, many of which can
be found along the different routes that pilgrims took, and
indeed still take, to reach the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
( the burial place of St James, one of the twelve disciples).
The year 2004 is a Holy Year for this city and a visit is highly
recommended.
Moving south-east towards Ourense, we find a booming
city, full of life and culture. Again, famous for its wines,
chorizos ( smoked sausage ), and chestnut roasting festivals,
Ourense is perhaps best known for its exquisite mineral waters.
North of Ourense we enter the province of Lugo, where
the city wall still stands. This is the hilliest part of Galicia,
and also the province where tradition is the key word. Most
of Lugo is unspoilt, and there are innumerable buildings to
admire.
Lugo is the place to find true craftsmen and women, architecture
from baroque crucifixes to century-old spurs, typical 'cruceiros'
( stone crosses ) placed at crossroads and near churches, and,
as in all four provinces, a fine selection of typical dishes,
good wines, cheeses, cured hams, the much sought after eau de
vie 'aguardiente', a strong liquor well worth a try...
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