A Coruña Province, Administrative province in Galicia, Spain
A Coruña Province runs along the northwestern coast of Spain, combining Atlantic beaches, deep ocean inlets, and mountain ranges further inland. Coastal cities alternate with rural valleys where forests and pastures shape the countryside.
This administrative unit emerged in 1833 from parts of the former Kingdom of Galicia and grew into a maritime power with strategic harbors. Ferrol and the capital became centers of shipbuilding and overseas commerce.
Regional celebrations show Galician roots through bagpipe music and folk dances, while harbors and fishing villages tell stories of life on the water. Stone galleries cover building facades in coastal towns, shielding homes from salty weather and letting light flow inside.
An international airport, a dense road network, and rail links to major Spanish cities make arrival and travel easier. Visitors can choose between coastal routes and mountain roads depending on interest and season.
The Tower of Hercules in the capital is the oldest working Roman lighthouse and has guided ships since the second century. At night its beam throws shadows across Atlantic waves, linking Roman engineering with modern navigation.
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