Lugo Province

Lugo Province is an administrative territory in Galicia spanning 9,856 square kilometers from the Cantabrian Mountains to the Bay of Biscay. River valleys cut through the landscape, while coastal settlements line the northern boundary.

The territory emerged in 1833 during Spain's administrative reorganization, bringing together lands from the former Kingdom of Galicia. Later boundary adjustments led to the current arrangement of 67 municipalities.

The Galician language shapes everyday conversation, with local dialects carrying influences from neighboring Leonese speech patterns. Place names and road signs often appear in both languages, reflecting the region's bilingual character.

The territory includes 67 municipalities, among them larger centers such as Monforte de Lemos, Viveiro, and Sarria. A network of regional roads links the settlements and helps with orientation between the valleys.

Spain's first aluminum smelter began operations in San Ciprián in 1980. Direct port access allowed development into a major industrial focus for the region.

Location: Galicia

Capital city: Lugo

Shares border with: A Coruña Province, Pontevedra Province, Ourense, León Province, Province of Asturias

Website: http://deputacionlugo.gal

GPS coordinates: 43.00000,-7.50000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:47