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
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