Santiago de Compostela is not just the final point of the Camino de Santiago, it is a fantastic place to explore, wandering around its alleys and quaint granite streets. There are also many things to do in Santiago de Compostela, including visiting the Cathedral, indulging at the food market and enjoying a relaxing afternoon in the park. It is quite pocket-sized too, so make sure you dedicate at least a couple of days to soak in the city’s vibrant atmosphere. Our Santiago de Compostela articles will help you decide how to spend your time in the wonderful city and end point of the Camino de Santiago.
In the last two weeks of July, Santiago de Compostela celebrates its most significant festival: the St James Festival or the Apostle Festival (Festas do Apóstolo). St James is the patron saint of Santiago de Compostela and Galicia, which means St James Day is also Galicia Day and a holiday in the region. Many pilgrims on the […]
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The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela – 6 Things To Know The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is an iconic symbol of the city of Santiago and the final point for many pilgrims walking or cycling the Camino de Santiago. Over the centuries, thousands of pilgrims worldwide have travelled to the Cathedral of Santiago de
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Pilgrim’s Mass in The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela Many pilgrims who finish their Camino in Santiago de Compostela often want to attend a particular pilgrim’s mass in the cathedral. It’s the ultimate reward after the long journey to the city. If you are hoping to attend mass when you are in Santiago, there are
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What is The Botafumeiro And When Can I See it? The ‘Botafumeiro’ is the famous giant thurible or censer in the Santiago de Compostela cathedral. It has been used since the Middle Ages, originally to clean the air when crowds of pilgrims, having completed the Camino de Santiago, arrived in Santiago de Compostela after their long
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The Architecture of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, located in Galicia, Spain, is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture with additions in Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles. As the reputed burial place of Saint James the Greater, it has been a major pilgrimage destination on the Way of
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Discover the Catedral de Santiago: A Jewel of Faith and Culture The Catedral de Santiago, also known as the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, is not only a monumental landmark in Galicia, Spain but also a beacon of spiritual significance for pilgrims worldwide. It stands as the reputed burial site of Saint James the Apostle, drawing
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Camino Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela. If you finish your Camino trip in Santiago de Compostela, you will receive your Compostela certificate and a warm welcome from the people at the Pilgrims Office. The Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela (Oficina de Acogida al Peregrino) is located in the city centre, just a few
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Camino Culture: The story of As Marias As an exercise of made-up statistics, I would guesstimate that nearly 99% of pilgrims and visitors to Santiago de Compostela get a picture taken with the colourful statue of As Marias in Alameda Park. Hands up? If you haven’t been to Santiago but you are about to, or
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6 Unmissable Christmas Activities in Santiago de Compostela Whether you’re heading to Santiago for a little pre-Christmas holiday or if you happen to be finishing up your Camino de Santiago (quite a chilly walk we’d imagine) during the festive season, there are some unmissable Christmas activities to keep you entertained in this Spanish city. If
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One big hug in Santiago de Compostela. The experience is simply incomparable. On a cold, almost chilly, day at the end of winter, you stand on the roof of one of Europe’s most historic cathedrals and have a sweeping view of a heritage city. As the rogue wind touches your face intermittently, you imagine the
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November Webinar: Spotlight on Santiago de Compostela In our November webinar, we put the Spotlight on Santiago de Compostela and talk about all the city has to offer, from the attractions and food to how the city has dealt with Covid-19. Santiago de Compostela is a beautiful and historic city in Galicia in Northern Spain.
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Experiencing The Magic of Santiago de Compostela It’s 7.30 am on a chilly morning in November. The sun has yet to rise and the usually busy square in front of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is dead quiet. It would be an eerie feeling if not for the sense of calm and joy that
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Holy Year 2022: What is a Jacobean year? You might have heard that 2021’s Jacobean Year celebrations have been extended to the end of 2022. But what exactly is a Holy Year and why is it worth visiting the Camino during one? A Jacobean Year or Ano Xacobeo is a Jubilee or Holy Year. A
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Many of you are walking the Camino de Santiago soon and have asked the CaminoWays.com team to recommend great restaurants in Santiago de Compostela. Fish and shellfish lovers will be in for a treat while in Galicia, considered to be the seafood capital of Spain. If it swims, Galicians are probably eating it! However, if
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Santiago de Compostela is not just the final point of the Camino de Santiago, it is a fantastic place to explore, wandering around its alleys and quaint granite streets. There are also many things to do in Santiago de Compostela. It is quite pocket-sized too, so make sure you dedicate at least a couple of
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“If You Stand Here is a tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela expressly for pilgrims. Unlike all the dusty guidebooks that list dates, names with no back story, and an endless number of dry unrelated facts, this book will ask you to stand on a spot in the building where something wonderful happened.”
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Insiders Guide to Santiago de Compostela Heading to the Camino and Santiago de Compostela this year? Great! We’ve got this insiders guide to Santiago de Compostela to inspire your trip! It is difficult not to fall in love with this miniature city of arched granite streets and charming hidden nooks and crannies; where students, pilgrims
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Lavacolla: the pilgrims washing place Lavacolla, in the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela, is one of the last stops for pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago along the French Way and other routes coming from the East. Its name might also sound familiar as the village is where Santiago international airport is located. There are
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24 Hours in Santiago de Compostela You’ve walked for days and finally reached the promised land: Santiago de Compostela! You are sitting at the Praza do Obradoiro, your aching feet finally getting a rest, staring in awe at the mighty Cathedral, and you are wondering… were to do next? Well, if you are not continuing
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The food market in Santiago de Compostela, known as Mercado de Abastos, in the Old Town, is the city’s second most visited attraction after the cathedral and a must-see for food lovers. At Santiago food market, you will find an impressive selection of the best fresh Galician produce: a mind-blowing range of different fish and
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