Gallego is a Romance language spoken primarily in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. It is closely related to Portuguese and shares many similarities in vocabulary and grammar. Gallego is one of the official languages of Galicia, alongside Spanish, and is used in education, media, and government. The language has a rich literary tradition, with notable works dating back to the Middle Ages. Today, efforts are being made to promote and preserve Gallego, as it faces challenges from the dominance of Spanish in everyday life. Various cultural organizations work to support its use and development in contemporary society.