Noya

Noya is a most interesting city. Its historic center has a considerable number of palaces and churches which reflect the historic importance of this community. However, perhaps the first visit to be made in Noya is to its beautiful cemetery which surrounds the Romanesque church of Santa Maria (of the 14th century) and which is located in the very heart of the city. The cemetery conserves a valuable collection of tombstones dating back to between the 10th and 16th centuries, most of which are marked with rough cut engraving reflecting the instruments of the trade of the deceased. A medieval cruceiro and an unusual temple of humilladoiro of the 16th century complete the archaeological repertoire of this cemetery which is at the same time well cared for with a touch of melancholy.