Green Spain as Galicia, Spain is often called is situated in the North Western corner of the country and is adorned with golden beaches and spectacular mountains. The cultural decedents of the Celts, Galicia, Spain is also a historical city. One among the seventeen autonomous communities of Spain Galacia, Spain comprises of four provinces, LaCoruña, Pontevedra, Lugo and Ourense.
The weather in Galacia, Spain is the best between the months of May and September. With both a maritime and an Atlantic climate the place enjoys a lot of sun. There is some amount of rainfall but the showers do not stretch for more than a day or two. The coast line is flanked with high cliffs and sandy beaches. Inland the country has lush meadows and orchards with green wooded stretches. Galacia, Spain is also called the 'land of 1000 rivers' which flow down from the mountains, over the entire region to meet the sea in the coastal areas.
The coastal area of Galicia ,Spain has a flourishing economy. Besides tourism,there are hosts of outdoor activities that is a major revenue earner. The major places to be visited in Galacia, Spain include:
- Santiago de Compostela
- A Coruña
- Vigo
- Lugo
- Ourense
- Pontevedra
Galicia, Spain is greatly rooted in the Celtic tradition and according to some local myths Galicia was colonized by Scotland and Ireland. The folklores in Galicia clearly reflect a Celtic and Gaelic background. The Gaelicians portray and uphold the true Spanish tradition. Like the true Spanish culture Fiesta or Carnivals are frequent in Galicia,Spain many of which have Gastronomic themes
