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History of the Camino

History of the Camino

28-01-2021

2020: a different year in the Camino de Santiago

We take stock of this 2020, a year in which the Camino was empty for months, albergues and other accommodation were forced to close their doors and the number of pilgrims who made it to Santiago and picked up their Compostela barely reached 50.000.

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2020: a different year in the Camino de Santiago

History of the Camino

06-10-2020

The Camino de Santiago without pilgrims

The global Covid-19 crisis has caused a 75% drop in the number of pilgrims since July 1st. The pilgrim profile this summer has been male, Spanish and walking the Camino Francés on foot.

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The Camino de Santiago without pilgrims

History of the Camino

19-03-2020

What is the Compostela and how do I get one?

We solve all the doubts around the Compostela, the document that certifies our pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela 

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What is the Compostela and how do I get one?

History of the Camino

27-09-2019

Books on the Camino de Santiago: 10 readings to enjoy the Jacobean Route

From best sellers to self-help guides, personal accounts, guidebooks or recipes with the best dishes. Today we suggest ten books that will make you enjoy the Jacobean Route

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Books on the Camino de Santiago: 10 readings to enjoy the Jacobean Route

History of the Camino

25-06-2019

Movies about the Camino de Santiago

Documentaries, dramas, comedies... there are many movies set on the Camino de Santiago that will help you get a first glimpse at what you will see on this journey or remind you of the times you walk those trails, right from the comfort of your home. 

On todays blog, we take a look at different Camino movies that may help you make up your mind and decide to take up the challenge of walking The Way.

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Movies about the Camino de Santiago

History of the Camino

26-04-2018

The yellow arrow, the sign of the St. James's Way

The yellow arrow, established by the parish priest Elías Valiña in the 70s, becomes the only valid sign to mark the direction of the Camino de Santiago

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The yellow arrow, the sign of the St. James's Way

History of the Camino

10-01-2017

Who was Saint James?

The history of the origin of the Camino de Santiago is well known by all, but the one of Saint James is lost between documentation and mysticism. We talk about him today.

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Who was Saint James?

History of the Camino

29-12-2016

8 examples of the presence of the Templars on the Camino

The order of the Templar Knights left its mark on the Camino de Santiago with many constructions of incomparable beauty. Today we'll share some of them with you.

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8 examples of the presence of the Templars on the Camino