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Things to do in Santiago de Compostela

Sightseeing

Catedral de Santiago de Compostela

Santiago’s glorious cathedral warms the spirit as soon as you glimpse its majestic baroque facade in mossy granite. This twin-towered city emblem...

San Martiño Pinario Monastery and Church

The Praza da Inmaculada is dominated by the grand baroque facade of the Benedictine monastery of San Martiño Pinario. The monastery church is...


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Shopping

Santiago de Compostela has two particular local crafts - jet ware and silverware. The black jet stones are used for jewellery and amulets, while all kinds of silver goods are available to buy.

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Events

March
08
Entroido (Carnival)

The Galician city of Santiago de Compostela, hosts a traditional fiesta with fancy dress, carnival floats and authentic cuisine.

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April
18
Semana Santa (Holy Week)

A week of processions in the city leading up to Easter.

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