Rías Baixas

Rías Baixas - Ría de Vigo, (Galicia) Spain

The Rías Baixas, or Lower Rias, take their name from the six large rias, or flooded river valleys, which form estuaries along the southern coast of Galicia.  Portugal lies to its south.  

Galicia relies heavily on its fishing industry and as a result, the coastline is dotted with small and large fishing ports containing an array of boats.  My favorites, by far, are the small colorful wooden ones!