One of the main features of La Coruna is locals’ friendly and welcoming attitude to visitors. They are always happy to talk to foreign travelers and treat those who are interested in their culture and traditions with a great respect. One of the popular proverbs says that residents of the island don’t treat anybody like a stranger; it means that guests from other states are welcomed with the same warmth as old comrades. Indigenous people are very laborious and do their routine with special responsibility; they always have fun and don’t mind.
1. Most shops and public institutions begin to serve customers no later than 9:00 am. During the day, the lunch break is possible that may last for two or three hours. Saturday is a … Open
Night of San Juan is an interesting holiday that celebrates the shortest night of the year. During the day, there are mass festivities on the main streets and squares, but the most important and crucial ritual events are held in the evening. As darkness fell on the coast, large bonfires are lit up and burn till the dawn. Most interesting events are traditionally held on Orzán and Riazor beaches. During the day you can visit concerts and fairs, and in the evening on the beach remains a huge number of people that want to enjoy the breathtaking fire show.
The traditional time of festivals and carnivals is August; during this month, exciting events take place literally every single day. Travelers who want to get acquainted with specialties of the national culture are advised to visit the island in summer.
A unique Huellas store specializing in inexpensive women's shoes is available to ladies in La Coruna. The cost of a pair of summer shoes here starts from 5 euros, and for 9 euros, you'll be … Open
In the middle of September, La Coruna is visited by gourmets - the thing is that an interesting gastronomic festival called Marea Alta takes place here at this time. Among its participants are eminent chefs who have repeatedly received prestigious culinary awards. It is held in different locations of the city - restaurants, bars, cultural institutions. Every year, a specific theme is chosen to be followed by all the participants. Apart from tastings of local and international dishes, cooking master classes and all kinds of workshops are available to visitors.
La Coruna is a large resort in Spain and a city with rich history. It is located on north-east of the country. The population of the city estimated 246 thousands of inhabitants in 2009. La … Open
The Festividad de los Mayos that falls on the first day of May is widely celebrated in La Coruna. This is a kind of “flower festival” where the creators of “maios” (flower arrangements) compete with each other. The compositions are made using flowers, fruits, herbs. But the most colorful event at the festival is creating a composition from all "mayos", which often can reach the size of a Christmas tree. Besides the above-described floral competition, visitors are provided with a music program, folk festivals, and a fair. Another interesting festival takes place in early November and is called Los Magostos. Locals go into nature, make a fire and hang a metal can with chestnuts above it. When ready, roasted chestnuts are given to those who wish, young people jump over fires, and then paint their faces with coal.