Vigo (Spain) is the largest city in Galicia and one of the main engines of industry and innovation in the region. Noted for its architecture, landscapes, and the National Park Cies Islands with one of the best beaches in the world. Vigoenfotos oversees the Tourism and Vigo estuary (Ria de Vigo, south of the Rias Baixas) and promotes through its Vigo Spain travel magazine, Europe and Asia
Discover the Cies Islands archipelago. Its pristine beaches, the route of lighthouses, wildlife, landscapes. A true paradise that reason the Romans called 'island of the gods'.
Vigo has more than 40 beaches and coves. All clear and fine sand. Discover the beaches of Vigo. From the popular beach of Samil Vigo until more hidden beaches.
This museum houses the best public collection of art of the twentieth century Galician, A large living archeology from the Paleolithic period to the Roman era. And a reconstruction of the interior of the manor.
Stroll through the city center and discover its beauty at night. The streets and breathe a magical play of light and shadow covers the city bringing a new shade of color in every corner of Vigo.
The fort of Vigo was a large fortified village. It lasted more than 600 years since the third century B.C. to A.D. III Today we can see a small part of this great town.
Visit Vigo Zoo (Vigozoo): bears, tigers and lions, lyn, zebra, owl, monkeys, water birds, the reptils, .... A zoo with improved facilities and evolving.
The Museo do Mar de Galicia born and maritime orientation reinforced by their own site, on the same shore of the river, in what is called Punta de Muíño located in the parish of Alcabre
In the aquarium the Museo do Mar de Galicia you will enjoy watching major marine ecosystems are among the Museum's own dock to the rugged coastline of the Cies Islands.
With more than 100 monuments and sculptures cataloged photographically Vigoenfotos presents the most complete catalog of Vigo sculptural heritage. This catalog will be epanded soon.
One of the most significant monuments of the city is by Juan Oliveira where five horses climb a spiral waterfall nearly 0 meters high.
The castle of Castro, was built in the mid-seventeenth century as a defense of the city during the Portuguese Restoration War against a possible attack from land and sea powers involved in the conflict.
Every sunset on the Ria de Vigo is unique and unrepeatable. The sun goes down in the sea on the horizon that look Cies Islands
Meet the main parks of Vigo. The strength of Castro, the gardens of Quiñones de León, Castrelos, the Alameda, the Guide .... Its gardens, ponds and landscapes, places and facilities ...
VERBUM is an interactive museum on all areas related to human communication, designed as a cultural, recreational and informative in which you can participate in an active way in the displays
In this period, between 1880-1910, the rich bourgeoisie Vigo is suing eclectic language sumptuous buildings, which will be known by the name of its owner, as a symbol of prestige.
A visit to the modern architecture of Vigo through more than 100 photos. From the 60s to the last buildings still under construction.
Modernist architecture emerged in Europe in the last decade of the nineteenth century, diluted to top da Primeira World War. In Vigo coexists with the eclectic modernist style between 1890 and 190.
Meet the Romanesque churches of the parishes of Castrelos Coruo Bembrive and through photographs
Street obligatory visit to savor one of the best fruits of the Ria de Vigo: oysters.
The Sireno - Leiro Francisco. (1991). Puerta del Sol Vigo. Amid the Puerta del Sol and raised on two columns of polished black granite over 13 meters high, stands on a metal wave with the curious sight Sireno be oriented towards the sea.
Each year we visit authentic floating giants, from the Queen Mary , the largest passenger ship in the world, Queen Elizabeth II, the Oriana, Constellation, Van Gogh, Golden Princess, Aurora, ...
A Pedra Market is one of the most historic markets of Vigo and the most valued by tourists.
Pereiró Cemetery is known for the richness and quality of its sculpture. In it we can find works by sculptors like Francisco Gonzalez Asorey or Pola.
Know their facilities up and running: the ehibition halls, the library, the auditorium, the art lab, library, ...
Samil beach. Beach of fine white sand located in the parish of Navia, very close to the city. It measures about 1,115 m long and 15m wide, which makes it the largest beach in Vigo.
Marina Nautico de Vigo. The city of Vigo has a modern marina next to the Royal Yacht Club in the heart of the village, with facilities and fully sheltered berths for boats up to 5 meters in length.
In this section we present the history of Vigo from the Stone Age to the Roman. Photos of megaliths, petroglyphs, forts and Roman villa in the estate Toralla Mirambell.
In Vigo's 1 forest parks scattered throughout the territory. They have balconies where you can admire the magnificent view of the city and the river. They are ideal places to spend the day in the field, as they are equipped with fountains, tables and barbecues.
The Castro is the second largest urban park, is situated high in the center of Vigo, and on top of the park is the seventeenth-century walled fortress with great views of the city and its river.
Is the 100th anniversary of the aneión of this small fishing village in the municipality of Vigo moving from village to district due to the rapid growth of the city.
The entire Congress and Auditorium, stands in a privileged position among the front port of Vigo fishing and shipbuilding, with a espectacuares views of the river and its surroundings.
Today, fashion is one of the areas of particular importance to the Galician economy and has solid production structure
Vigo renews its promenade in the vicinity of the Maritime Station. One of the largest cruise ships in the world 'Independece of the Seas' was commissioned premiere.
Photographs of some urban graffiti. An art with no very good reputation due to vandalism of some groups that sign anywhere.
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