Museo das Peregrinacións e de Santiago, Pilgrimage museum in Plaza de Platerías, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Description
The Museo das Peregrinacións e de Santiago is located on Plaza de Platerías and spreads across multiple levels with exhibits on pilgrimage. The galleries hold objects and documents that record the long tradition of travel to this city.
History
The building was constructed in 1949 as a Bank of Spain branch and later transformed into a museum through renovation. This conversion by architect Manuel Gallego Jorreto turned it into a space for understanding pilgrimage history.
Culture
The name Santiago comes from Saint James, and the space shows how pilgrims from across Europe arrived here over centuries. Visitors can observe how these journeys shaped the city's identity and daily life.
Practical
The location is easy to reach from Plaza de Platerías, which sits in the heart of the old town. The multilevel layout is fairly compact, and visitors can explore all areas without difficulty.
Did you know?
A large skylight on the second floor frames views of Santiago Cathedral and the historic district as you move through the exhibits. This architectural feature links your exploration inside with the wider city outside.
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