The origin of the Cross of Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is one of the most emblematic pilgrimage routes in the world, full of symbols that connect pilgrims with Galician history, faith and culture. One of the best known is the Cross of Santiago, an insignia half cross, half sword of a vibrant red...
The legend and history of the tomb of St. James the Apostle
Thousands of people come year after year to Santiago de Compostela to visit the tomb of the Apostle in the Cathedral of Santiago. It is the final destination of the Camino and its numerous routes that depart from different parts of Europe. But the remains of St. James...
Cidade Imaxinaria’ puts the finishing touch to summer in Compostela
The festival ‘Cidade Imaxinaria’ returns to Santiago de Compostela to put the finishing touch to the summer with activities for the whole family on September 7, in one of the essential leisure events in the city. The event will take place at the Cidade da...
The narrowest street in Galicia is in Santiago de Compostela.
Santiago de Compostela is a city full of narrow streets and corners in its historic center, so much so that it can seem like a real labyrinth. In fact, it is home to the narrowest street in Galicia and the second narrowest in Spain. Compostela was originally a walled...
