Santiago de Compostela, a Spanish Destination to See

The capital of the Galicia region, in northwestern Spain, Santiago de Compostela is famous as the final destination of the traditional pilgrimage known as the Camino de Santiago. This pilgrimage is important to many Christians because Santiago de Compostela is believed to be where Saint James, an apostle of Jesus Christ, is buried.

Today the city attracts thousands of visitors every year, both for its religious tradition and for its history. The arrival point for most pilgrims is the main square, Praza do Obradoiro.

Located in the heart of the city, this lively square is the setting of many important monuments, in particular the Cathedral of Santiago, where the tomb of Saint James is found.