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	Galicia (Spain)
		The historical flag of Galicia was white with the chalice and red crosses.
		In the 19th century a distinctive flag was asigned to the maritime province of A Coruña (English Corunna) that was a blue saltire on a white field.
		This is the "state" flag of Galicia, consisting of the "civil" flag (argent, a bend azure) charged with the regional coat of arms.
	www.crwflags.com /fotw/flags/es-ga.html (883 words)

	Galicia (Spain) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Galicia (also Galiza in Galician) is an autonomous community in the northwest of Spain.
		Galicia was allotted to Garcia II of Galicia.
		Geographically, one of the most important features of Galicia is the presence of many fjord-like indentations on the coast, estuaries that were drowned with rising sea levels after the ice age.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Galicia_(Spain) (2157 words)

	The Reigion Of Galicia in Spain
		Galicia is separated from the rest of the country by extensive mountain ranges on all sides and only the river Miño separates it from Portugal.
		Galicia is one of Spain’s 17 Autonomous Communities, located in the northwest corner of Spain, the region of Galicia is an area comprising of grass and granite that has a rugged coastline.
		Galicia’s coast is known as the 'Costa de la Muerte' or 'Coast of Death', predominantly because of the number of shipwrecks along the rocky coast.
	www.idealspain.com /Pages/Places/Galicia.htm (1455 words)

	Galicia (Spain)
		Industries include fishing (Galicia has the largest fishing fleet in the European Union), cattle and hog raising, food processing, and tungsten and tin mining.
		Galicia was the centre of the kingdom of the group of Germanic tribes known as the Suevi, from 411 to 585.
		It was taken from the Moors (8th–9th centuries) by the king of Asturias, and again became a kingdom in the 11th century after the death of Ferdinand I, king of Castile and León.
	www.tiscali.co.uk /reference/encyclopaedia/hutchinson/m0003837.html (370 words)

	Galicia Spain Information
		Galicia: In the north-west corner of Spain, embraced by a sea carving out its coastline with fjord-like rias (estuaries), creating beaches and islands, surrounded by mountains that have isolated it throughout history we find this lush green emerald land, Galicia.
		The symbols of Galicia include the cruceiro- an elaborately carved stone cross on a tall column, and the horreo — sheds made of stone or wood with narrow slits, raised on stilts, for storing grain.
		With a surface area of 30,000 square kilometres, undulating relief and wide valleys, Galicia is the oldest land on the Iberian Peninsula.
	www.totallyspain.com /spain_travel_information.asp?id=3 (1506 words)

	Galicia (Spain) Oil Spill, from November 2002 to April 2003
		GALICIA, Spain 20 Nov (From Disaster-relief) - A crippled tanker carrying more than 20 million gallons (around 67,000 tons) of oil split in half off the northwest coast of Spain on Tuesday (Nov. 19), threatening one of the worst environmental disasters in history.
		Spain had on Wednesday warned that the eight-kilometer slick, propelled by strong southwesterly winds, was headed toward the Galician coast...
		Spain has sent a submarine to see whether the sunken tanker Prestige is leaking more oil off the country's northwest coast.
	earth.esa.int /ew/oil_slicks/galicia_sp_02 (2470 words)

	Galicia holiday apartments - property for rent \| Holidays in Galicia
		Through the centuries, Galicia has experienced a varied and sometimes violent history having been invaded by the Romans, the Visigoths in the 6th century, the Moors in the 8th century and also occasional visits from the Normans and Vikings before being brought under control by King Ferdinand I of Castilla and Leon in 1063.
		Galicia is a mountainous, wet region noted for its jagged coastline and many fjord-like indentations on the coast, estuaries that were flooded with rising sea levels after the ice age.
		Galicia has many low mountain ranges which have served to isolated the inland rural population from the more easily accessible and popular coastal towns and cities.
	www.idealrentals4u.com /spain/galicia.html (610 words)

	GALICIA by All About Spain
		Galicia is known in Spain as the "land of the 1000 rivers".
		Galicia's richdom in water and its Rias are characteristical for its nature.
		The first cultures which left their tracks in Galicia were Celtic, while Romans left as a legacy the walls of Lugo, the bridge of Ourense, and the Tower of Hercules.
	www.red2000.com /spain/region/r-galic.html (427 words)

	GALICIA SPAIN \| Galicia Guide
		Galicia is located in the green and lush north western corner of Spain.
		Whilst a part of the mainland, Galicia is an autonomous community with a cultural heritage, climate and geography that are distinct from the rest of Spain.
		Galicia is frequently described as green Spain, a result of its temperate climate and elevated rain fall, at least when compared to the resorts of Spain's hotter South.
	www.galiciaguide.com /Galicia-index.html (723 words)

	In-Spain.info - Galicia, Spain
		Santiago de Compostela, is the current capital of Galicia and one of the most beautiful cities in Spain.
		It appears that the wine stocks were brought over to Spain by the pilgrims, on their way to Santiago de Compostela.
		A well-conserved Celtic castro is found on the slopes of the hill, with a reconstructed dwelling which helps the visitor to imagine the lifestyle of that remote people whose basic characteristics helped to mould the identity of old Galicia and in general, the greater part of the North of Spain.
	www.in-spain.info /spain-regions/galicia.htm (3466 words)

	GALICIA GUIDE \| Galicia Spain main index \|
		Galicia Guide has detailed sections covering the provinces and cities of Santiago de Compostela, Lugo, la Coruna, Pontevedra and Ourense, plus further pages about the cities of Vigo, Tui, Ferrol and neighbouring region Asturias.
		Galicia is situated on the North West coast of Green Spain, just above Portugal, making it a geographically, scenically and culturally different to many of Spain's better known southern provinces.
		Galicia's two international airports are located in la Coruna and Santiago de Compostela and getting to the region has never been easier, at least from the UK.
	www.galiciaguide.com (931 words)

	RealMagick Article: Story of the Celts: The Celts in Galicia, Spain by John Patrick Parle
		Galicia is a region located in the northwest corner of Spain, just above Portugal; Galicia is comprised of the following Spanish provinces: La Coruna, Lugo, Grense, and Ponteverde.
		The group from Galicia, Spain performs a typical Celtic-style step-dance (which they say is steeped in their local tradition) to the music of a Galician bagpipe.
		There is also an area of Spain around the Ebro River valley and the Castilian uplands that was referred to by ancient writers as being Celtiberian, because the invading Celts had begun to assimilate into the local Iberian cultures.
	realmagick.com /articles/06/1306.html (655 words)

	Galicia Spain - Spain BR (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		… Galicia is known in Spain as the "land of the 1000 rivers".
		Small, medium and large GIF images of the Galicia autonomous region of Spain, suitable for use on web pages, which the author permits.
		Spain's carbon dioxide emissions climbed again in 2005 meaning that the country, already the worst performer among rich nations, moved even further away from meeting its Kyoto goals.
	spain.br.com /galicia-spain.html (513 words)

	GALICIA GUIDE \| Galicia Property \| Spain
		An increasing number of people are now purchasing property in Spain's Galicia.
		We have both specialist advertisers and sponsored ads, both of which should help you in your Spanish property search and house purchase in Galicia, Spain.
		Operating throughout Galicia, it is run by Colin Davies, who is fluent in Spanish and who acts as your lynch pin and contact point for all legal and quasi-legal matters connected with your purchase.
	www.galiciaguide.com /Property.html (367 words)

	galicia spain europe surf spots, surfing map, WannaSurf (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		General Description: Galicia is a mountainous region of Spain with a rugged coastline combining high cliffs(some of the highest in Europe) with beautiful sand beaches.
		Most breaks are beach/point breaks with a few reefs located in the N of Galicia and a good spot, Patos(close to Playa America) in the SW.
		On the other hand If you happen to visit Galicia for whatever reason you may as well bring a surfboard since you are likely to find something to surf and under the rare good conditions even the plainest of beachbreaks can have its day and produce if not nice waves at least nice pictures.
	www.wannasurf.com /spot/Europe/Spain/Galicia (710 words)

	International Charter "Space and Major Disasters" - Prestige Oil Spill, Galicia (Spain)
		The Charter was activated on November 14, 2002 by the General Directorate for Environment of the European Commission (an authorized user) for the oil spill pollution produced by the tanker Prestige in front of the Galicia (Spain) coast occurred at the end of November 2002.
		The Prestige tanker started leaking fuel off coast of Galicia, Spain on Thursday November 14, 2002 when it encountered a violent storm about 150 miles off Spain’s Atlantic coast.
		During several days, it was pulled far from the shore, but the crippled tanker carrying more than 67000 tons of oil split in half off the northwest coast of Spain on Tuesday (Nov. 19), threatening one of the worst environmental disasters in history.
	www.disasterscharter.org /disasters/spain_e.html (167 words)

	Holiday villas in Galicia Northern Spain (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Spain > Galicia > All towns in Galicia
		Vacation rental villas in Spain are a popular choice for a family holiday - villas in Galicia offering you the chance to experience a region that you may never have considered before for a Spanish holiday.
		Accommodation in Galicia is plentiful throughout the lush green countryside and breathtaking landscapes - villas in Galicia with 4 bedrooms making the ideal base for a large family or group of friends to discover the vast potential for fun and relaxation, whatever time of year you decide to visit Galicia.
	www.ownersdirect.co.uk /Spain-Galicia-4bed.htm (365 words)

	Holiday apartments in Galicia, Spain (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Self catering apartments in Galicia for a holiday apartment rental in Northern Spain.
		Spanish self catering apartments in Galicia offer you the ideal opportunity to discover a region in the north of the country that will make a fabulous alternative to the popular summer destination of 'the Costas' in the southern part of Spain.
		Holiday accommodation in Galicia is available all year round in an area that has as much to offer during the winter as it does the summer, making it an excellent choice for anyone whose vacation agenda stretches beyond sun, sea and sand and the perfect location for a romantic Spanish holiday.
	www.ownersdirect.co.uk /Spain-Galicia-1bed.htm (252 words)

	Spain Wine Tours in Galicia
		Discover Spain's hidden Celtic paradise in style as your driver escorts you through the picturesque Rias Baixas from Santiago.
		On our flights to Spain page we've listed some of the most popular carriers and companies offering discount deals.
		We've provided some advice on car rental in Spain with a few of the most reliable and best value online brokers who offer deals from all over the country.
	www.spanish-fiestas.com /wine/galicia.htm (596 words)

	Galicia property for sale in Galicia properties for sale Spain Galicia real estate (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Galicia property for sale in Galicia properties for sale Spain Galicia real estate
		This little semi-detached cottage has a tiny finca, but the land next door and the other half of the building may come up for sale soon.
		Undeveloped Lands for sale in Galicia Spain
	www.thinkspain.com /properties-in-spain/3/13 (380 words)

	Category:Galicia (Spain) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Galicia is one of the autonomous communities of Spain.
		The main article for this category is Galicia (Spain).
		There are 25 subcategories shown below (more may be shown on subsequent pages).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Category:Galicia_(Spain) (73 words)

	Galicia, Spain
		Galicia occupies the north-western corner of the Iberian peninsula, extending south to the frontier with Portugal.
		The mountain chains which dominate so much of Spain are lacking here.
		The extensive areas of granite and other crystalline rocks have militated against the development of any particular line of folding, so that the river systems have played a more important part in determining the topography of the region than in the Cantabrian Mountains.
	www.planetware.com /spain/galicia-e-gal-gal.htm (123 words)

	Wine Tours Spain. Portugal, Private & Customized Tours Spain
		Galicia, North-western Spain has always been known by National Spanish travelers as a destination to eat and drink an abundance of fresh Seafood and Fine Wines.
		A holiday in Spain and Portugal is not complete without a few days of tours and night entertainment during your stay.
		Indeed, we all have now discussed that we are deeply regretting that we did not include Galicia in our itinerary, as it sounds like an area that we would all like very much...
	www.euroadventures.net /?AF=97 (677 words)

	Galicia Spain Map - Spain BR (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Map of Spain is dedicated to providing royalty free maps of Spain for use on your websites.
		… known as the 'Town of the apostle' is the capital of the region of Galicia.
		Spain has achieved remarkable economic growth at the expense of environmental concerns.
	spain.br.com /galicia-spain-map.html (554 words)

	Surf School Galicia - Surfing Galicia - Spain
		Surf School Galicia - Surfing Galicia - Spain
		In the Surf House theoretical classes will be imparted, correction with video, side activities, parties, concerts, free surf and championships.
		The method we use in the surf courses is effective for different ages and levels.
	www.surfcampholidays.com /galicia_surfing/surfschoolgalicia.php (105 words)

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