The
Rías Baixas (
Galician for "Lower
Rias") are a series of four estuarine inlets located on the southwestern coast of
Galicia,
Spain. They are the Ría de Muros y Noia, the
Ría de Arousa, the Ría de Pontevedra, and the Ría de Vigo. The northernmost Rías Baixas begin below
Cape Finisterre while the southernmost rias border the
Portuguese coast, taking up the southern part of the
Province of Coruña and the entire
Province of Pontevedra. Its capital is the city of
Pontevedra. Due to unique conditions, the Rías Baixas are rich in marine life which helps the fishing and aquaculture industry of the area. Beaches, marinas, distinctive towns, and plenty of water activities also attract tourists, providing another source of income.