Santiago de Compostela
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia, Spain, famed for its cathedral. Originating from a shrine to Saint James the Great, it became a key destination on the Way of St. James pilgrimage route from the 9th century. The city's Old Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.
Statistics
Area
220.01 km²
Population
100,965