Cambados facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Concello de Cambados
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Location of Cambados within Galicia
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Galicia |
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| Province | Pontevedra | ||
| Parroquias | 5 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 23.48 km2 (9.07 sq mi) | ||
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| • Total | 13,814 | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CET) | ||
Cambados is a town in Galicia, Spain. It's located in the province of Pontevedra. This cool place is famous for its old buildings, delicious seafood, and a special white wine called Albariño.
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Life and Traditions in Cambados
Fishing is a very important job in this part of Galicia, which is called Rias Baixas. In Cambados, people sell fresh fish and seafood at a busy place called La Plaza. It's a big market that's full of life every morning, except Sundays. Fish is a common part of daily meals here.
Seafood from the Sea
The water around Cambados is called La Ría de Arousa. It's full of many kinds of seafood. People collect seafood in areas like "O Serrido" or "A Seca." These spots are near the San Tome Tower. When the tide goes out, these areas become almost dry. This makes it easy for seafood collectors to find clams and cockles. Many people, mostly women, go there with buckets and tools to dig in the sand. Seafood is a huge part of life in Cambados and other coastal villages in Galicia. It's always eaten during special times like Christmas, holidays, and especially at weddings.
Local Markets and Fiestas
Every Saturday and Wednesday morning, there's a lively market along the waterfront. You can find clothes, shoes, perfumes, and things for your home. It's popular because the prices are often good. Sellers call out prices to get people to buy their items.
Many holidays in Cambados mean "fiestas," which are big parties. These usually happen in the summer. They have fun rides and performances. The most famous fiesta is the Festa do Albariño. It takes place in the week before the first Sunday of August. During this festival, tents are set up where you can try high-quality Albariño wine and seafood. Many people walk around with a wine glass hanging from their neck! The performances at the Albariño fiesta are often by famous artists, not just local bands. For example, a famous singer named Alejandro Sanz has performed there.
All About Albariño Wine
Cambados is very well-known for its special white wine, Albariño. The weather here is often wet, cool, and windy. This kind of weather helps the grapes grow thick and gives the wine a strong, lovely smell. In the last ten years, Albariño has become famous all over the world. It's now grown outside of Galicia too. People sometimes call this wine "the wine of the sea." This is because the vineyards are near the coast. Also, its slightly sour taste makes it perfect to drink with seafood.
Cambados Weather
The climate in Cambados is warm and humid, like an ocean climate. The temperatures are usually mild, and it rains a lot, about 1,500 millimeters each year.
Seasonal Temperatures
- In winter, the highest temperatures are around 14°C (57°F). The lowest are around -2°C (28°F), but it rarely drops below freezing.
- In spring and fall, the lowest temperatures are about 6°C (43°F). The highest reach around 23°C (73°F). Storms and heavy rains are common during these seasons.
- In summer, night temperatures drop to 16°C to 18°C (61-64°F). During the day, temperatures can reach 30°C (86°F). Sometimes, it can even get as hot as 35°C (95°F). It doesn't rain much in the summer months.
Interesting Places to See
Cambados has many cool historical spots and monuments.
- The Pazo of Fefiñáns (a grand old house)
- The Church of San Bieito
- The old Ruins of the Church of Santa Mariña
- The Tower of San Sadurniño
- The Pazo of Montesacro
- A Seca mill (Muíño da Seca), which is a mill that uses the ocean's tides
- A statue of Ramón Cabanillas, a famous poet
- A statue of Baco in the praza (square) de Ramón Cabanillas
- The Monument das Vieiras (scallop monument)
- The Pazo da Capitana
Local Areas and Nature
Cambados is divided into several local areas called civil parishes:
- Cambados (Santa Mariña)
- Castrelo (Santa Cruz)
- Corbillón (San Abraham)
- Oubiña (San Vicenzo)
- Vilariño (San Adrián or San Quirico)
There are also beautiful natural spots to explore:
- The mouth of the Umia River
- Monte Rei
- Santa Mariña Dozo
- The viewpoint of 'A Pastora', where you can see great views
- Monte Castro or "Con de Sete Pious" (a hill 95 meters high)
- O saco de Fefiñáns
- A illa da Torre (the island of the tower)
- Xunqueira do Pombal
Famous People from Cambados
Many talented people come from Cambados:
- Ramón Cabanillas (a writer)
- Francisco Asorey (a sculptor, someone who makes art from stone or wood)
- Francisco "Cuco" Leiro (another sculptor)
- Manolo Paz (also a sculptor)
- Yayo Daporta (a chef, someone who cooks amazing food)
- Lino Silva (a painter)
- Xoan Silva (a singer)
- Domingo Tabuyo (a poet and politician)
- Xaquín Charlín "Chon" (a politician)
- Matias Daporta (an artist)
Images for kids
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The skyline of Cambados.
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The flag of Cambados.
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The shield of Cambados.
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A map showing where Cambados is located.
See also
In Spanish: Cambados para niños
