To celebrate Galician folklore is to embrace a rich and vibrant legacy that connects us to our roots and traditions. It is a source of pride to preserve and share Galicia’s cultural diversity, from its music and dances to its festivals and crafts, which together weave the vibrant tapestry of our identity. The folklore of
On World Beach Day, we highlight the impressive coasts of Galicia, especially those of A Coruña. The beaches of the Galician coast are known for their impressive natural beauty and diversity, offering a unique landscape that varies from long stretches of white sand to small coves surrounded by rocky cliffs. The beauty of the beaches
What could be the first known photograph of A Coruña was taken in 1858 by the Irish photographer John Joscelyn Coghill, one of the founders of the Royal Hibernian Photographic Society of Ireland, who took it during a trip to Spain, and is in the Getty Museum in Los Angeles (United States). The discovery It
The Castle of San Antón, a 16th century fortress located on A Coruña’s seafront, stands as a witness to the city’s defensive past and attracts tourists and historians alike for its rich history and unique architecture. This ancient fortress, which began construction in 1587, has played a crucial role in the defense of A Coruña
Today, on World Lighthouse Day, the community of A Coruña celebrates its rich maritime heritage by highlighting the importance and history of its iconic lighthouses, ancient guardians of its coasts. From the ancient Tower of Hercules to the most modern Punta Frouxeira Lighthouse, these lighthouses have not only guided sailors through the centuries, but have
There are so many stories and fun facts to tell about the city of A Coruña that sometimes it is difficult to narrow down where to begin telling its history. After all, this city has been growing for centuries with its people, adapting to socio-cultural changes and to new times. However, if you are in
When you visit A Coruña you can not leave without checking these museums and exhibition halls, filled with works of art and pieces you can only enjoy here, thanks to the wide artistic and cultural offer of the city. From museums that collect and put in context the work of local and national artists, to
Despite the bad reputation given by its climate, the city of A Coruña is full of beautiful locations everyone who visits it falls in love with. Opened to the sea, this city is full of jewels, green spaces, popular monuments and other that are not so much, as well as beautiful streets that you can
The city of A Coruña has become an increasingly popular tourist destination, and it is not uncommon to find dozens of articles recommending a visit to the Tower of Hercules, María Pita Square and the Riazor stadium. While it is true that these characteristic places in the city are obligatory stops, it is likely that