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What to do in Vigo

City of Vigo is beautiful, in a word. Surrounded by pine park, which extends in the form of an amphitheater around the bay and it is a shield from the wind that comes from the Atlantic. Fishermen and sailors contributed to Vigo become the most important fishing port in Spain.

1. La Madroa Viewpoint

La Madroa Viewpoint

On the hill of El Castro stands a fortress named "Madroa Viewpoint" from which you can see the whole city, the river and the sea. You can see the great beaches such as Alcabre, Samil and Canido located in the south of the city , if you have time wait for the sunset , a remarkable sight from this place .

3. Cíes Islands

Cíes Islands

Archipelago is an archipelago Cíes standing as a "guardian" at the entrance to the river Vigo. Island blessed with almost flawless and soft white sand, crystal clear water, the islands are the perfect home for various species of birds. The islands have the status of a national park since 1980. It is belong to the National Park of the Atlantic Islands and Galicia .

5. Pazo Museo Quiñones de León

Pazo Museo Quiñones de León

Museo Pazo Quiñones de León's estate that spans at 60 acres, in the part of the property is a luxurious house, a garden and an outstanding park . The estate is open to the public, offering visitors a glimpse into the sumptuous life of the previous owner of the property. The park is also home to the main city museum containing a large number of Galician arts.

2. Ría de Vigo

Ría de Vigo

Last "Rio" before the Portuguese border, exquisite surroundings and the view from this place makes an impression on tourists. The whole area is full of ports including the main port of Vigo and also one of the major fishing ports in Spain. Restaurant that serves outstanding seafood dishes are the right destination for a break from the research center.

4. Vigo Museum of Contemporary Art

Vigo Museum of Contemporary Art

If you're a fan of modern art, this museum is the right destination for you, it contains collections of paintings, sculpture, design of certain things, and more artsy stuff.

Enjoy a stroll through this picturesque town and do not forget to miss the sight of the sunset from the top of El Castro hill.

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