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The capital city is the heart of the festivities. Begin your day by visiting the magnificent , where legend holds that the remains of Saint James are buried. On 25 July, a solemn high mass is held, attracting pilgrims and locals alike. Afterwards, the city’s narrow stone streets fill with bagpipers ( gaitas ), dancers in traditional costumes, and stalls selling local delicacies.

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | THE FU10 TOP GALICIAN EXPERIENCES | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------------+ | 1. Fogos do Apóstolo Fireworks | Spectacular pyrotechnics in Santiago | | 2. High Mass & Botafumeiro | Swinging giant censer at the Cathedral | | 3. The Foliadas & Street Music | Traditional bagpipes and dancing | | 4. Festivities at Praza de María | A Coruña's vibrant coastal counterpart | | 5. Coastal Seafood Feasts | Indulging in Octopus & Albariño Wine | | 6. Roman Wonders Exploration | Tower of Hercules and Walls of Lugo | | 7. Political Rallies & Speeches | Experiencing modern Galician activism | | 8. Trekking the Final Camino Leg | Arriving with the wave of pilgrims | | 9. Queimada Ritual at Midnight | Chanting away evil spirits with fire | | 10. Literary Tributes | Honoring Rosalía de Castro & writers | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------------+ 1. Witness the Fogos do Apóstolo (Santiago de Compostela) galician day fu10 top