Santiago de Compostela is the capital of the Galicia region in northwestern Spain. It is famous as the culmination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, and the alleged burial site of the Biblical apostle St. James, whose remains lie within the monumental Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.
Visit the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago, witness the giant Botafumeiro incense burner, and explore the historic granite streets of the old town.
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Best months: Jun, Jul, Sep
This destination has a high-altitude climate with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 18°C annually. Best visited during Jun, Jul, Sep.
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo