Moaña, Coastal municipality in Pontevedra Province, Spain
Moaña is a coastal municipality on the northern shore of the Ría de Vigo with elevations reaching 133 meters (436 feet). The town has several beaches distributed along its coastline and neighboring settlements nearby.
This place grew from a medieval settlement under control of the bishops of Santiago de Compostela. It became a separate municipality in 1836 when administrative divisions in Galicia were reorganized.
The Interceltic Festival of Morrazo draws musicians and dancers from different Celtic nations each year and shows how the region celebrates its musical roots. The performances shape local cultural life and connect this place with a broader Celtic network.
The Rande Bridge connects this place to Redondela and provides direct access to Vigo and other larger towns. Regular maritime services also operate between coastal settlements in the area.
Sea farms in the waters around this place produce mussels and oysters and form a significant part of the local economy. These aquaculture operations shape the coastal landscape and daily harbor life.
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