The story of the two Marías, Santiago’s most famous sisters
The Alameda de Santiago de Compostela houses one of the most famous sculptures of the city: the sculpture of the two Marías. It is one of the most visited and photographed works. But these two colorful women hide a story of suffering, resistance and freedom that...
Compostela’s tapas duel in Santiago (é) Tapas
Santiago (é) Tapas, the tapas contest of Compostela, returns one more year to the city with its fifteenth edition from Thursday, February 15 to March 3. On this occasion, there are a total of 41 participating establishments, three more than in the previous edition....
The Galician Network of Theaters and Auditoriums brings 11 new performances to Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is committed to theater and dance. The Rede Galega de Teatros e Auditorios is preparing to delight the public of Compostela with an offer of 11 performances of performing arts during the first half of the year. The circuit, which has the support...
Things to do in February in Santiago de Compostela
The month of February is here and it comes with a great cultural offer for all tastes. Here is a list of what to do in February in Santiago de Compostela so you never run out of plans. Concerts L.A. – February 1 at 9 p.m. at Sala Sónar. Mda –...
Picheleiros’: why the inhabitants of Santiago are called this name
Each city has a gentilicio with which to name its inhabitants. And the case of Santiago de Compostela is curious, since in addition to the two official ones (santiagués and compostelano), it has an extra term with which to denominate those of the area:...
Cirque du Soleil arrives in Santiago de Compostela to brighten up the year
The well-known Circo del Sol returns to Santiago de Compostela with its new show ‘Ovo’. The event is scheduled for January 3-7 at the Multiusos Fontes do Sar and promises to be a great way to welcome 2024. The arrival of Cirque du Soleil marks the...
What to do in January in Santiago de Compostela
The new year begins and comes with many different activities to welcome 2024 in the best way. Therefore, we leave you the list of proposals on what to do in January in Santiago de Compostela. Concerts Real Filharmonía de Galicia: A bela dormente – January...
The tradition of the Tree of Science of Santiago de Compostela
The Tree of Science is a statue that over the years has captured the attention of locals and tourists alike. Located between the colleges of Fonseca and San Xerome, it is home to a curious tradition that has endured over the centuries. This sculpture has its roots in...
The exhibition ‘Habitats. Extended Nature’ uses augmented reality to raise awareness about our environment.
The Cidade da Cultura dresses up with the arrival of a new immersive exhibition that fuses art and technology to raise awareness about biodiversity and the importance of preserving our environment. ‘Habitats. Extended nature’. is Carlos Seijo ‘s...
The legend of the shadow of La Quintana
Santiago de Compostela is a city with a rich and varied history. And, as you might expect, it also has numerous myths behind it. One of the best known is the so-called legend of the shadow of the Quintana. When night falls and the public lighting is turned on, the...
The legend of Cotolay
Santiago de Compostela is a city full of stories about colorful characters. Today we are going to tell you the legend of Cotolay, an ancient story closely linked to the origin of the Convent of San Francisco . Local tradition has it that Cotolay was a charcoal burner...
What to do in December in Santiago de Compostela
The next month arrives loaded with cultural and leisure activities to enjoy the holidays in the best way. In this article, we leave you a list of what to do in December in Santiago de Compostela so you will not get bored for a single day. Concerts Tony Lomba...
What to do this Christmas in Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is getting ready for the arrival of Christmas. The city of the star celebrates these festivities in style, dressing its streets, gardens and monuments with lights and organizing activities for all audiences. In this article, we tell you what you...
The Xacobeo of Rhythmic Gymnastics returns to Santiago de Compostela as a tourist sports destination
Next weekend, November 18 and 19, the Xunta de Galicia joins the celebration of the Xacobeo of Rhythmic Gymnastics, an event organized by the Viravolta Club in Santiago de Compostela. The event will include the II International Viravolta-Jael Tournament and the III...
Cineuropa returns to highlight the value of comedy at the cinema
The international festival Cineuropa returns to Santiago de Compostela with a new edition where comedy plays a leading role. From November 9 to 25, it will screen up to 115 films and offer a series of activities and tributes that will put the seventh art in the...
The Amal Festival returns from October 23 to 28 to Santiago de Compostela
The Euro-Arab Film Festival Amal returns to Santiago de Compostela with its twenty-first edition from October 23 to 28 at the Teatro Principal. This year it arrives with the slogan “No one is safe” and five films that reflect the diversity and situation of...
Camiño Escena Norte brings its show back to Santiago de Compostela for its fifth edition
In its fifth edition, the project Camiño Escena Norte a cultural exchange initiative, returns to 11 municipalities in Galicia, including Santiago de Compostela, with renewed enthusiasm and an even more ambitious approach. In 2023, Camiño Escena Norte expands its scope...
Places to enjoy Santiago de Compostela with your dog
The Galician capital is a place full of life and things to do. But, if you are one of those people who go everywhere with your dog, you may think that your options are reduced. And nothing could be further from the truth. In this article, we bring you a guide of...
Atardecer no Gaiás closes its musical cycle in style
Sunset in Gaiás the cycle of open-air concerts that has left its mark on the summer of Santiago de Compostela, comes to an end this Thursday, August 31. The stage of the Gaiás Center will be filled with live music with the performance of the singer Natalia Lacunza....
Curtocircuíto celebrates 20 years of cinematographic innovation in Compostela
The International Film Festival Curtocircuíto returns to Santiago de Compostela celebrating its 20th anniversary, consolidating its position as one of the longest-running festivals in Galicia. From October 3 to 8, the capital will be the epicenter of cinematography...
The Feito a Man festival will fill the squares of Santiago de Compostela with life
The city of Santiago de Compostela is preparing to receive an explosion of music and culture with the exciting arrival of the Feito a Man festival. This annual event returns with a renewed edition, promising a diverse and exciting entertainment program that will fill...
The Centro de Artes Dixitais del Gaiás will see the light in 2025
The Centro de Artes Dixitais de Galicia at the Cidade da Cultura will be ready in 2025 with a tender budget of 4.5 million euros. It will be located in a disused subway space that was originally to be the parking lot of the Teatro de la Música, with a surface area of...
Spain’s World Heritage Cities expand their presence in Asian markets
The Group of World Heritage Cities, of which Santiago de Compostela is a member, has presented its tourism and heritage offer at the ILTM Asia Pacific fair, a leading event in the field of luxury travel in Asia. It took place from June 19 to 22 at the Marina Bay Sands...
Santiago de Compostela is one of the most sought-after cities by Spanish tourists
Spaniards are looking forward to the summer vacations and this year it seems more than ever. A study conducted by the hotel and flight search engine, Jetcost, has revealed that searches for accommodation for July 2023 have increased compared to last year, and one of...
Pirotècnia Igual arrives in Santiago to create an explosion of color in the Apostle 2023
The Apostle’s Day is getting closer and closer and with it, the traditional fireworks display. This year, the company Pirotècnia Igual will be in charge of its organization and will fill the city with light and color. The fireworks show will be launched on two...
