Museo do Pobo Galego
Museum
Rua de San Domingos de Bonaval, s/n, Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain
About
The Museum of the Galician People, housed in the stunning former convent of Santo Domingo de Bonaval (13th-18th century). Features ethnographic collections covering traditional Galician life, crafts, music, costume, fishing, and agriculture. The triple helicoidal staircase by Domingo de Andrade is an architectural masterpiece.
Contact
Amenities
Wheelchair Access
Guided Tours
Restrooms
Garden
Cultural Context
Cultural Significance
Essential for understanding Galician identity, folk traditions, and the deep cultural roots that make Santiago more than just a pilgrimage destination.