Galicia’s Semana Verde 2011 – Green week 2011

It perhaps takes a trip to Galicia for one to realise just exactly how scenically and culturally diverse and truly immense a country is Spain.

 

Compared to the parched and arid landscapes of the south, Galicia is a fertile oasis of greenery, rolling emerald fields and woodland.

If you are wanting to experience a touch of Spanish uniqueness this summer, it may be a good idea to head to this autonomous and beautiful region in north-eastern Spain, and with the Semana Verde 2011, taking place in mid-June, the location and date of your summer holiday may be decisively stamped by the time you’ve read this article.

In attracting more than 100,000 visitors, this huge annual event is a great way for tourists to experience some true Galician culture.

From 16 – 19 June 2011, the region will hold its largest trade and leisure show, which is rapidly becoming one of the biggest trade shows in Spain.

Retailers from just about any sector, including livestock, food, agriculture, antique, pets, gardening, hardware, automobiles, hunting and fishing, environment, education and leisure, can participate in Green Week, as an excellent opportunity to promote trade to an enthusiastic general public.

Although this lively Galician show comprises of much more than simply wondering around trade exhibitions all day. There are many activities for all ages to enjoy at the Green Week, including donkey racing, gymkhanas, horseback basketball, dog grooming competitions, a canine fashion exhibition, a tractor skill handling competition, floral art activities, hunting archery, business meetings, workshops, tasting sessions, local songs and dancing, and much, much more.

The Green Show will be held at the Centro Urbana at exit 33 off the AP-53 motorway between Santiago and Ourense. Opening hours are from 10.00 – 20.00 on the Thursday and Friday and extended to 21.00 at the weekend.

If The Green Week 2011 – aptly titled given its regional location – has finalized your summer holiday destination this year, you won’t regret it, as Galicia, Spain’s ‘lesser visited’ region provides some simply sensational scenery, culture and events.

For more information on The Green Week 2011 click here.

If your mind is made up, and Galicia is the destination for you this summer, Have a look at Vintage Travel’s luxury villas in Galicia, including the beautiful La Solana.