Spain, province A Coruna, region Galicia, city Santiago de Compostela: In the historical center, listed as World Heritage by the UNESCO, stands at the plaza de Inmaculada, the former monumental Benedictine monastery: Monasterio de San Martin or Martino Pinario. In the baroque frontage, sits above the gate an image of San Benito, a balcony, the coat of arms of the country Spain and at the top gable a sculpture of San Martin of Tours, who sat on the horse, and gives his mantle to a poor man. This medieval listed building is a national monument, famous landmark, cultural heritage site and tourist attraction. Santiago is the end of the pilgrimage, Saint James Way, road to Santiago, to the tomb of the apostle, James the Greater. The pilgrim, can spend the night in this historic building, pilgrims inn. For the and on the platform standing and sitting pilgrims and tourists to enjoy the beautiful building and the sunny day with clear blue sky.
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