Rairiz de Veiga, also known as Rairiz de Veiga, is a municipality in the province of Ourense, Galicia, Spain. It is located in the southern part of the province, on the banks of the Arnoia River. The municipality has a temperate climate, with mild winters and warm summers. The average annual temperature is 12.6°C (54.7°F). The history of Rairiz de Veiga dates back to the Roman period, when it was known as "Castrum Iraece". The municipality was later part of the Kingdom of Galicia and the Kingdom of León. In the 19th century, Rairiz de Veiga became an important center for the mining of gold and silver. The municipality has a rich cultural heritage, including several churches, monasteries, and castles.
Geographic Data for Rairiz de Veiga, Galicia, Spain
| Latitude | 42° 5.000' |
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| Longitude | -7° -50.000' |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |