Galicia is located in the green and lush north western corner of Spain. Geographically, Galicia is situated just above Portugal and faces both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mar Cantabrico. This part of the country has an economy based on fishing, farming, agriculture and increasingly tourism. Galicia also has a climate offering four separate seasons.

Whilst a part of the mainland, Galicia is an autonomous community with a cultural heritage, climate and geography that are distinct from the rest of Spain. Although the region’s history and scenery are often promoted as the areas main vacation attractions, beautiful beaches fill the „rias“ (bays) of three of the four provinces in Galicia and the scent of pine and eucalyptus are ever present.

The region of Galicia is comprised of A Coruña, Lugo, Ourense and Pontevedra provinces, with Portugal just to the south, influencing the Galician language native.

This part of the Iberian Peninsula offers a taste of „real“ Spanish culture, taking you away from the tourist frequented Costa’s and into a greener and more culturally defined part of the country. Here you can escape the commercialism that has tainted so many other European holiday destinations and explore a region rich in history, tradition, culture and architecture. Celtic roots and Roman influences: it’s a fascinating section of Spain unlike any other.

Galicia’s dishes use all manner of fish, sea food, sand and rock harvested crustaceans and they are prepared and cooked in many different ways. The geography of Galician cites, nearly all being located on, or close to, the coast ensures that freshness is maximised just as transportation costs are minimised. In short what is a luxury to many, is a staple part of the diet in Galicia.

Another example of this constant evolution is in its wines, Albariño, modern and elegant, Mencia aromatic and complex, Godello serious and proud, all this demonstrates that things in Galicia change at an astonishing rate, however the recent achievements of Galician wines have been something that has been long overdue.

The Galician climate is generally quite temperate; in the winter it is not uncommon for strong winds to blow off the sea. Throughout the year there is quite a bit of rain. Spring and summers are warm. Weather here is often changeable and can have several faces in one day.

See you in Galicia!