Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia in north-western Spain, lying in the province of A Coruna close to the Atlantic Ocean. The city is known as a pilgrimage destination and the resting place of St James the Great. Since the Middle Ages it has drawn pilgrims from all over the world along the famous Way of St James. In Santiago you can admire the cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture. The climate is temperate, with mild winters and warm summers. It is best visited in spring or autumn.
