Santiago Travel Guide

Santiago, also known as Santiago de Compostela, is the capital of the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. The city is located at an altitude of 260m above sea level and is just 76km from LaCoruña, 111km from Ourense and 117km from Pontevedra. The city is best known as the final destination of the legendary medieval way of pilgrimship Way of Saint James. The site is today considered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This fantastic monument today attracts visitors from all over the world.

There are different places to visit within the city of Santiago that include the cathedral, the Rajoy Palace, The Gelmirez Palace, Colegio de San Jerónimo, Plaza de las Platerias, Colegio de Fonseca, Plaza de la Quintana, the Monastery of San Pelayo de Antealtares, Plaza de la Azabacheria, the Monastery of San Martin Pinario and the Convento de San Francisco, just to name a few. Easter week is the most important celebration in Spain, which celebrated with impressive processions. Feria del Ganado takes place in May and lasts for 10 days. It is also a culinary festival where you can get the chance to try all the cuisines of the regional kitchen.

Santiago is well served by Santiago de Compostela Airport and rail service, making it easy for tourists to reach their preferred destination.