Galicia and Asturias Travel Guide

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Spain's most Atlantic region is en route to nowhere, an end in itself. Though Galicia and Asturias are off the beaten track for many foreigners, they are not undiscovered. These magical, remote regions are sure to pull at your heartstrings, so be prepared to fall in love. In Gallego they call the feeling morriña, a powerful longing for a person or place you've left behind.

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Galicia and Asturias Hotels

Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.

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Galicia and Asturias Restaurants

Galicia, Asturias, and Cantabria are famous for seafood and fish so fresh that chefs frown on drowning the inherent flavors in sauces and seasonings. Inland...read more

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Things To Do in Galicia and Asturias

Santiago de Compostela holds center stage in Spain's...read more

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Galicia and Asturias Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go

    Experience gourmet heaven: The beautiful Santiago de Compostela is said to contain more restaurants and bars per square mile than any other city... Read more

  • The Road to Santiago

    Ninth-century sources have the apostle James preaching in northwest Iberia, not far from Fisterra. Beheaded by Herod in AD 44 (Acts 12:2), Santiago's... Read more

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