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Islas Cies

This is one of the most important tourist attractions in Vigo. The Islas Cies, in the Ria de Vigo, was already inhabited in Celtic times. The climate here is very mild. It is a very nice spot to visit. The boat trip from Vigo takes 45 minutes.

Colegiata de Santa Maria

Below the gardens of the Alcazaba is the La Colegiata de la Santa Maria la Mayor, the finest church in Antequera. This splendid building dates from the early 16th Century and has a beautiful Renaissance facade. It is mainly the work of Diego de Siloe. Inside is a fine wooden ceiling and there are Ionic columns. Concerts take place in this attractive church.

Beach of A Punta

This is also referred to as the Beach of A Punta Timoeiro. Located at Parish of Teis, this beach is 127 m wide. Facilities like lifesaving and first aid equipment on the beach is assured. Provisions such as promenade, showers, drinking fountains, public telephone, small car park and Red Cross are also available.

Rias Bajas

The long inlets, which cut into the coast, north and south of Vigo, are known as the Rías Bajas, the Lower Rías. The coastal landscape is less rugged than in the Rías Altas. The inhabitants are mostly involved in the fishing trade, but in the summer tourist traffic to the seaside resorts is becoming increasingly important.

Pazo de Castrelos

It is classified as a historical-artistic monument since 1955. A 17th century building at present it is the Quiñones de León Municipal Museum, featuring archeology and painting collections. The structure of the monument mainly consists of a rectangular bay surrounded by two towers. In the front there is a large courtyard with a circular pool.

La Toja / A Toxa

Located on the road that passes through Pontevedra, this is one of the most attractive little towns on the northern Atlantic coast of Spain. It is magnificently situated at the tip of a promontory.

Candean-Vixiador

The area of this park is around 184,878 m. This is the best spot for a picnic with a nice bar, restaurant, drinking fountain, viewpoint and a lot more.

Church of Castrelos

This ancient church was constructed in 1216. On the inside it is 20 meters long, 7 meters wide and 7 meters high, with a semicircular apse at the sanctuary and a straight and semicircular stretch. Both the plan and elevation reflect a very pure design. Every year the Church of Castrelos is the venue of the feasts of San Brais and As Candelas, with devotees attending the liturgical services, in line with tradition, to make votive offerings to cure their illnesses.