Vigo is simultaneously a quaint historic town and a world-class industrial port – it delights in both dimensions. The name Vigo comes from the Latin vicus, meaning small village, and yet this biggest city in Galicia is home to the world's largest fishing fleet. The keel was laid in Vigo for the inaugural luxury yacht of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in January 2018. Meanwhile, ancient Vigo lives on in the Old Town, home to stately stone buildings and the underground remains of the ancient city wall. Monte del Castro rises in the city center where Vigo was first settled. In addition to beautiful views, the mountain gives a glimpse into life 2,000 years ago and also features an ancient fortress, castle ruins and lovely gardens. Many visitors to Vigo will want to make the famous pilgrimage to the celebrated cathedral in nearby Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage site said to hold the tomb of Saint John.
Vigo is simultaneously a quaint historic town and a world-class industrial port – it delights in both dimensions. The name Vigo comes from the Latin vicus, meaning small village, and yet this biggest city in Galicia is home to the world's largest fishing fleet. The keel was laid in Vigo for the inaugural luxury yacht of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in January 2018. Meanwhile, ancient Vigo lives on in the Old Town, home to stately stone buildings and the underground remains of the ancient city wall. Monte del Castro rises in the city center where Vigo was first settled. In addition to beautiful views, the mountain gives a glimpse into life 2,000 years ago and also features an ancient fortress, castle ruins and lovely gardens. Many visitors to Vigo will want to make the famous pilgrimage to the celebrated cathedral in nearby Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage site said to hold the tomb of Saint John.