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Sandrina
September 11, 2024
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Castros...
Strategically located and with breathtaking views, the so-called "castros" are fortified settlements where the ancient inhabitants of Galicia took refuge in times of war. But the Galician castros also had a particularly magical dimension, as they were located in high areas, which were believed to facilitate contact with heaven and the afterlife.
This type of dwelling - vestiges of Celtic culture - was used for thousands of years (from the 6th century BC to the 6th century AD) and there are hundreds of open-air castro excavations in Galicia and countless others that have not yet been discovered.
Strategically located and with breathtaking views, the so-called "castros" are fortified settlements where the ancient inhabitants of Galicia took refuge in times of war. But the Galician castros also had a particularly magical dimension, as they were located in high areas, which were believed to facilitate contact with heaven and the afterlife.
This type of dwelling - vestiges of Celtic culture - was used for thousands of years (from the 6th century BC to the 6th century AD) and there are hundreds of open-air castro excavations in Galicia and countless others that have not yet been discovered.
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5.0
(6)
88
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(2)
41
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
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12.1km
03:30
310m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Moderate
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Elevation 230 m
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