Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela is best known in Spain as the destination of the Camino de Santiago and for its cathedral, traditionally associated with the tomb of Saint James. Set in inland Galicia, the city extends toward the River Sar and has welcomed pilgrims for centuries. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town centres on Praza do Obradoiro, where the cathedral’s Baroque western façade faces a grand civic square. Granite streets, arcades and historic religious buildings reflect Galicia’s distinctive architectural character, while Galician is heard alongside Spanish in daily life. See how Santiago de Compostela fits within Galicia by browsing webcams nearby.

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