City
Overview
Population: 100,000
Location: Galicia (Northwest Corner Of Spain)
 It
has been said by many the Santiago de Compostela is Spain's most
beautiful city. The city is located in the region of Spain known
as Galicia of which it is the capital. Recognized as the resting
place of the Apostle James, Santiago de Compostela has been a
travelers destination for centuries. Pilgrams from all over the
world have traveled along the famous routes known as the Camino
de Santiago (the Way of St. James) to visit this majestic city.
Early on Santiago de Compostela was designated as the third most
holiest site in the Christian World after Jerusalem and Rome.
Santiago is a city full of history and culture and in 1984 UNESCO
designated the city as a World Heritage Site.
 A
visitor today to Santiago is in for a surprise. This city has
maintained an old city quarter that still retains its Medieval
glory. Throughout this quarter you will find a maze of narrow
and winding streets, exquisite old churches, cathedrals, monasteries,
buildings and more. Architecturally you will have the chance to
see and explore buildings encompassing a variety of beautiful
styles such as: Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Neo-Classical.
Take your time exploring the old quarter, it is perfect for exploration
on foot.
Santiago de Compostela does not just offer historic
buildings and museums for the visitor. This city has a major university
which give the city an interesting and active cultural life. Additionally
throughout the year Santiago plays host to many interesting festivals,
concerts, art exhibits and much more.
From Santiago you are just a short distance to
quaint seaside towns, beautiful beaches, beautiful countrysides,
Portugal, and much more!
If you want to visit a unique part of Spain,
Santiago de Compostela and the surrounding area are a wonderful
place to visit and to learn Spanish in!
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