FinisTerrae, Santiago de Compostela

Name: FinisTerrae
Address: Santiago de Compostela, Spain

#14 among attractions in Santiago de Compostela

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Finisterrae was the 100th supercomputer in Top500 ranking in November 2007. Running at 12.97 teraFLOPS, it would rank at position 258 on the list as of June 2008. It is also the third most powerful supercomputer in Spain. It is located in Galicia. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°52'33"N, 8°33'12"W

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FinisTerrae – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Pazo de Raxoi, Monasterio de San Martin Pinario.

0.6 miNE
Hiking, Hiking trail, Outdoor activities
Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela
15 min walk • The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a historic pilgrimage route that culminates in the city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This network of ancient paths has been trodden by millions of pilgrims over centuries, all converging towards the...
0.5 miNE
Landmark 11th-century cathedral
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Santiago de Compostela
14 min walk • The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is not only the heart of Santiago, Spain but also one of the most magnificent architectural marvels in the country. This awe-inspiring cathedral is the reputed burial place of Saint James the Great, one of the apostles of Jesus...
0.5 miNE
18th-century, French neoclassical palace
Pazo de Raxoi, Santiago de Compostela
14 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, the Pazo de Raxoi stands as a grand testimony to the city's architectural splendor. This elegant palace, situated in the famed Obradoiro Square, faces the renowned Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, making it an...
0.7 miNE
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Architecture
Monasterio de San Martin Pinario, Santiago de Compostela
17 min walk • The monastery of San Martiño Pinario was a Benedictine monastery in the city of Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It is the second largest monastery in Spain after San Lorenzo de El Escorial.
0.9 miNE
Monastery, Park, Gothic architecture
Convent of San Domingos de Bonaval, Santiago de Compostela
23 min walk • The Convent of St Dominic is a former Dominican monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. The complex includes architecture in various styles including work by the Galician Baroque architect Domingo de Andrade.
0.9 miE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Colexiata de Sar, Santiago de Compostela
22 min walk • The Church of Santa María a Real do Sar is a church located in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1895.The church lies on the banks of the Sar river, which flows past Santiago.
0.7 miNE
Church
Capela de Ánimas, Santiago de Compostela
19 min walk • Capela de Ánimas is a church in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. It was completed in 1788.
0.6 miNE
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Church
Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares, Santiago de Compostela
16 min walk • The Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares is a monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It was founded in the 11th century by Alfonso II of Asturias and conceived as a Benedictine monastery originally integrated by twelve monks.
0.5 miNE
Romanesque architecture
Portico of Glory, Santiago de Compostela
14 min walk • The Portico of Glory of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a Romanesque portico and the cathedral's main gate created by Master Mateo and his workshop, on the orders of King Ferdinand II of León. The king donated to Mateo one hundred maravedís annually between 1168 and 1188.
0.7 miS
Forts and castles
Muralla de Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela
17 min walk • Muralla de Santiago de Compostela is a fort in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. It was abandoned in the 15th century.
0.5 miNE
Universities and schools
Colexio de San Xerome, Santiago de Compostela
13 min walk • Colexio de San Xerome is a college in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1501, it is located on the Praza do Obradoiro.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to FinisTerrae?

Nearby attractions include Biblioteca Concepción Arenal, Santiago de Compostela (2 min walk), Colexio Maior San Clemente, Santiago de Compostela (2 min walk), University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela (4 min walk), Alameda, Santiago de Compostela (7 min walk).

How to get to FinisTerrae by public transport?

The nearest stations to FinisTerrae:

Bus

Rosalia de Castro nº 126 • Lines: 81747 (6 min walk)
Avenida Mestre Mateo 1 • Lines: Xg-80412, Xg-8170101 (7 min walk)

Train

Santiago de Compostela (15 min walk)