2015
31
Aug
Day 1 — Saint Jean Pied de Port > Roncesvalles
I began my Pilgrimage today, a day earlier than I had planned due to the severe thunderstorms forecasted in the area. The first stage from Saint Jean Pied de Port (“SJPDP”) is one of the three most treacherous treks on The Camino according to most guidebooks I’ve read. My plan before arriving in Europe, was […]
30
Aug
Camino de Santiago | Brief History
Brief History – Saint James is the patron saint of Spain and, according to legend, his remains are held in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia. Homo Antecessor / Atapuerca THE CAMINO – PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE¹ The Past – The Changing Course of History The earliest human remains ever discovered in Europe are to be found on a small hill […]
30
Aug
Passport in hand
I made it to the Pilgrim’s Office in Saint Jean Pied de Port on Amies du Chemin de Saint Jacques at 39 rue de la Citadelle. Now I’m officially registered as a Peregrino (Spanish for Pilgrim).
29
Aug
24
Aug
