Quiroga,_Galicia

Quiroga, Galicia

Quiroga, Galicia

Municipality in Galicia, Spain


Quiroga (Galician pronunciation: [kiˈɾɔɣɐ]) is a municipality in the province of Lugo, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It is the capital of the comarca of Quiroga.

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The main economic activities are agriculture (emphasis on the cultivation of the grapevine), animal breeding and mining.

The olive tree is growing also in this area, which is quite unusual in Galicia. Oil is made by artisans.

The municipality of Quiroga is an interesting natural area (more than 50% of the total area is protected).

The great location of the valley, makes it suitable for sports such as paragliding, hiking, rafting, etc.

42°29′N 7°16′W




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