Set on the northwest coast of Spain, A Coruña greets visitors with the monumental Tower of Hercules overlooking the sea. The world’s only functioning Roman lighthouse, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers breathtaking views of the picturesque coastline. The city boasts over a mile of beaches ideal for sunbathing and watersports, and in the Old Town, narrow lanes and charming squares are built around the lively Plaza de María Pita. Stop into a café here to sample Galicia’s famous seafood dishes, most notably the octopus. A Coruña is also a gateway to nearby Santiago de Compostela, home to the iconic cathedral that has been the traditional end of a pilgrimage route since the Middle Ages. The grand edifice is an important part of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage site that comprises several magnificent Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings.
Set on the northwest coast of Spain, A Coruña greets visitors with the monumental Tower of Hercules overlooking the sea. The world’s only functioning Roman lighthouse, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers breathtaking views of the picturesque coastline. The city boasts over a mile of beaches ideal for sunbathing and watersports, and in the Old Town, narrow lanes and charming squares are built around the lively Plaza de María Pita. Stop into a café here to sample Galicia’s famous seafood dishes, most notably the octopus. A Coruña is also a gateway to nearby Santiago de Compostela, home to the iconic cathedral that has been the traditional end of a pilgrimage route since the Middle Ages. The grand edifice is an important part of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage site that comprises several magnificent Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings.