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La Coruna is another of Spains historic citys, the town itself is ancient and was founded long before roman times. One of its most famous historical events being when the Armada sailed Philip II to England and Sir Francis Drake retaliated attacking the Port. Located, with a busy port city on the Atlantic coast in northwest Spain this was a rich traffic gateway and a wealthy fishing community.

While here you should visit the 'Tower of Hercules', legend has it that Hercules built the tower directly on top of Gerion's decapitated head. This lighthouse is the symbol of the city.

In the town centre you will find a great church, the Santa Marķa del Campo. This old church dates back to the 12th century and was built by the Seaman's Guild. It is gothic in style with ornate carvings, the west door is elaborately carved. Housed within its walls you will find the Museum of Religious Art which has many works.

Within the castle San Anton you can visit the archeological and historical museum. On the ground floor you will view exhibits of historical finds, including helmets, coins and swords. The museum has 12 exhibition halls.

 

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