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Written by Maria

Maria is from Viveiro, in the misty and beautiful northern coast of Galicia, and now calls Ireland her adopted home. She adores Santiago, where she studied Journalism at Santiago de Compostela University. She also loves travel, food, books, and arty and crafty. She has walked and cycled many trails including many Camino routes, Japan's Kumano Kodo, the Kerry Camino in Ireland and many others.

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A Coruña – Things to Do and See

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Landmarks and Culture of A Coruña For centuries, pilgrims from northern shores arrived in the harbour of A Coruña on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Their Camino de Santiago had taken them across the sea, but 75km still remained before reaching the city of St James. This final walk marked the end of their […]

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Landmarks and Culture of A Coruña For centuries, pilgrims from northern shores arrived in the harbour of A Coruña on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Their Camino de Santiago had taken them across the sea, but 75km still remained before reaching the city of St James. This final walk marked the end of their

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Seaside Villages to Discover on Your Camino

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Discover Seaside Camino Villages Along the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago has many scenic trails. The French Way is the most well-known, stretching 800km from the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela. However, other routes pass through beautiful Camino villages by the coast. These seaside stops offer sea views and delicious local seafood.

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Discover Seaside Camino Villages Along the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago has many scenic trails. The French Way is the most well-known, stretching 800km from the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela. However, other routes pass through beautiful Camino villages by the coast. These seaside stops offer sea views and delicious local seafood.

Botafumeiro: A Ritual of the Camino de Santiago

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What Is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is the famous giant thurible used in the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. It has swung since the Middle Ages to cleanse the air when pilgrims arrived after their long Camino de Santiago journey. Historical Reference The Codex Calixtinus, the first Camino guidebook, calls the Botafumeiro Turibulum Magnum. This shows

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What Is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is the famous giant thurible used in the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. It has swung since the Middle Ages to cleanse the air when pilgrims arrived after their long Camino de Santiago journey. Historical Reference The Codex Calixtinus, the first Camino guidebook, calls the Botafumeiro Turibulum Magnum. This shows

Lisbon: Timeless Charm and Culture

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As the Portuguese saying goes, ‘Quem não viu Lisboa, não viu coisa boa’—those who haven’t seen Lisbon haven’t seen something truly special. And it couldn’t be more true. Lisbon is a must-visit, not just for the Portuguese, but for travellers from all over the world. With its warm atmosphere, modern charm, and rich culture, Lisbon

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As the Portuguese saying goes, ‘Quem não viu Lisboa, não viu coisa boa’—those who haven’t seen Lisbon haven’t seen something truly special. And it couldn’t be more true. Lisbon is a must-visit, not just for the Portuguese, but for travellers from all over the world. With its warm atmosphere, modern charm, and rich culture, Lisbon

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8 Tips for Walking the Camino de Santiago

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Are you planning to walk the Camino de Santiago this year? Our walking and cycling holiday experts have gathered top Camino tips to help make your journey truly unforgettable. Whether you’re unsure about what gear you will need, what training you should do or which route you should take, the following tips will leave you

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Are you planning to walk the Camino de Santiago this year? Our walking and cycling holiday experts have gathered top Camino tips to help make your journey truly unforgettable. Whether you’re unsure about what gear you will need, what training you should do or which route you should take, the following tips will leave you

Camino Symbols: Scallop Shell and Yellow Arrow Explained

Yellow Arrows on the Camino: Following the Path

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Today, walkers from many different countries follow the Camino de Santiago for spiritual, personal, or cultural reasons. Yet few realise how much they owe to one man—Don Elías Valiña Sampedro. His work helped shape the Camino we know today. The famous yellow arrows that guide thousands of pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela were part of

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Today, walkers from many different countries follow the Camino de Santiago for spiritual, personal, or cultural reasons. Yet few realise how much they owe to one man—Don Elías Valiña Sampedro. His work helped shape the Camino we know today. The famous yellow arrows that guide thousands of pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela were part of

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A Guide to 10 Camino Dishes for Your Camino Francés Journey

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The Camino routes cross many regions—and sometimes countries—each with unique traditions, culture, and cuisine. Food is an important part of any journey, so we’ve picked 10 Camino dishes you must try. If you’re walking the Camino Francés, you’ll find many opportunities to enjoy these classic local dishes and specialties. 1. White Asparagus People recognise Navarra

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The Camino routes cross many regions—and sometimes countries—each with unique traditions, culture, and cuisine. Food is an important part of any journey, so we’ve picked 10 Camino dishes you must try. If you’re walking the Camino Francés, you’ll find many opportunities to enjoy these classic local dishes and specialties. 1. White Asparagus People recognise Navarra

Things to Do in Santiago de Compostela Beyond the Camino

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Santiago de Compostela is more than just the final destination of the Camino de Santiago – it’s a charming city full of character, with winding alleys and quaint granite streets waiting to be explored. There are plenty of things to do in Santiago de Compostela, from discovering its rich history to enjoying the local cuisine

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Santiago de Compostela is more than just the final destination of the Camino de Santiago – it’s a charming city full of character, with winding alleys and quaint granite streets waiting to be explored. There are plenty of things to do in Santiago de Compostela, from discovering its rich history to enjoying the local cuisine

Walking the Camino in hot weather

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August is one of the most popular months to walk the Camino de Santiago but also one of the hottest of the year. To help you get ready for your trip, the CaminoWays.com travel specialists have put together a few helpful Camino tips for walking in hot weather. Walking the Camino in hot weather. 1

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August is one of the most popular months to walk the Camino de Santiago but also one of the hottest of the year. To help you get ready for your trip, the CaminoWays.com travel specialists have put together a few helpful Camino tips for walking in hot weather. Walking the Camino in hot weather. 1

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The Journey of a Medieval Camino Pilgrim

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The Journey of a Medieval Camino Pilgrim Did you ever wonder about the Camino to Santiago in Medieval times? And how pilgrims from overseas made their journey to Compostela? Along the English Way from the UK or Ireland for instance? Esther Taboada is a journalist and photographer from Galicia. She lived in Ireland for a

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The Journey of a Medieval Camino Pilgrim Did you ever wonder about the Camino to Santiago in Medieval times? And how pilgrims from overseas made their journey to Compostela? Along the English Way from the UK or Ireland for instance? Esther Taboada is a journalist and photographer from Galicia. She lived in Ireland for a

Semana Santa on the Camino

Semana Santa, Easter in Spain

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Semana Santa (Holy Week) or Easter in Spain, is one of the most important festivals of the religious calendar. When does Semana Santa take place? Easter in Spain generally starts on Palm Sunday and finishes on Easter Sunday, hence the term ‘Holy Week’ or Semana Santa. During Easter week, many towns and cities host impressive

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Semana Santa (Holy Week) or Easter in Spain, is one of the most important festivals of the religious calendar. When does Semana Santa take place? Easter in Spain generally starts on Palm Sunday and finishes on Easter Sunday, hence the term ‘Holy Week’ or Semana Santa. During Easter week, many towns and cities host impressive

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Camino Recipe: Galician Pancakes

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Happy Martes de Entroido (Pancake Tuesday) from the CaminoWays.com team! Filloas: A Traditional Camino Treat If you’re walking the Camino de Santiago during Carnival season, you’re in for a delicious surprise! Galicians love filloas (also known as freixós), a thin, crepe-like pancake they enjoy in both sweet and savoury varieties. For centuries, people have made

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Happy Martes de Entroido (Pancake Tuesday) from the CaminoWays.com team! Filloas: A Traditional Camino Treat If you’re walking the Camino de Santiago during Carnival season, you’re in for a delicious surprise! Galicians love filloas (also known as freixós), a thin, crepe-like pancake they enjoy in both sweet and savoury varieties. For centuries, people have made

Camino Culture: Carnival in Galicia

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Experience the Magic of Carnival in Galicia Also known as Antroido, Entroido, or Carnaval, Carnival is one of the most beloved festivals in Galicia and across Spain. People of all ages take part in the celebrations, making it the perfect time to experience a vibrant and unique side of the Camino de Santiago. Carnival is

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Experience the Magic of Carnival in Galicia Also known as Antroido, Entroido, or Carnaval, Carnival is one of the most beloved festivals in Galicia and across Spain. People of all ages take part in the celebrations, making it the perfect time to experience a vibrant and unique side of the Camino de Santiago. Carnival is

More Camino movies to get you inspired

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The Camino de Santiago has inspired many books and films in many languages, both documentaries and works of fiction. In Camino movies, talented writers and filmmakers have reflected on their personal journeys and created fantastic stories for their fictional and yet very real characters, encouraging many to grab their walking boots and experience the Camino

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The Camino de Santiago has inspired many books and films in many languages, both documentaries and works of fiction. In Camino movies, talented writers and filmmakers have reflected on their personal journeys and created fantastic stories for their fictional and yet very real characters, encouraging many to grab their walking boots and experience the Camino

Great restaurants in Santiago de Compostela

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Many of you are walking the Camino de Santiago soon and have asked the CaminoWays.com team to recommend great restaurants in Santiago de Compostela. Fish and shellfish lovers will be in for a treat while in Galicia, considered to be the seafood capital of Spain. If it swims, Galicians are probably eating it! However, if

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Many of you are walking the Camino de Santiago soon and have asked the CaminoWays.com team to recommend great restaurants in Santiago de Compostela. Fish and shellfish lovers will be in for a treat while in Galicia, considered to be the seafood capital of Spain. If it swims, Galicians are probably eating it! However, if

Camino Culture: Muxia & Our Lady of the Boat

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A Sanctuary by the Atlantic The Virgin of the Boat, or Our Lady of the Boat, is Muxía’s most beloved sanctuary. It stands at the very end of the Camino Finisterre and Muxía, overlooking the powerful Atlantic Ocean. Pilgrims who complete this route find peace in its breathtaking coastal setting. A Unique Camino Route The

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A Sanctuary by the Atlantic The Virgin of the Boat, or Our Lady of the Boat, is Muxía’s most beloved sanctuary. It stands at the very end of the Camino Finisterre and Muxía, overlooking the powerful Atlantic Ocean. Pilgrims who complete this route find peace in its breathtaking coastal setting. A Unique Camino Route The

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Finisterrana and Muxiana Camino Certificates

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What is the Finisterrana? Many of you will be familiar with the ‘Compostela’, the pilgrim certificate you can obtain from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela if you have walked a minimum of 100 of the Camino de Santiago to the city or cycled at least the last 200. But did you know that

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What is the Finisterrana? Many of you will be familiar with the ‘Compostela’, the pilgrim certificate you can obtain from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela if you have walked a minimum of 100 of the Camino de Santiago to the city or cycled at least the last 200. But did you know that

The Fishermen’s Trail: Walk Portugal’s Wilderness

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The Fishermen’s Trail: Walk Portugal’s Wilderness I’m sitting on a sun-warmed boulder, applying an undercoat of factor 50 to face, neck and limbs, when the first dollops of a downpour sent me rummaging for my waterproofs. The Fishermen’s Trail: Walk Portugal. It’s late October in southern Portugal, so a drop of rain is to be expected

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The Fishermen’s Trail: Walk Portugal’s Wilderness I’m sitting on a sun-warmed boulder, applying an undercoat of factor 50 to face, neck and limbs, when the first dollops of a downpour sent me rummaging for my waterproofs. The Fishermen’s Trail: Walk Portugal. It’s late October in southern Portugal, so a drop of rain is to be expected

The History of the Camino de Santiago

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History of the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago is considered a bucket list destination for many people, whether you consider yourself a spiritual person or not. But how did the Camino de Santiago come to be so popular among modern travellers and what do we know about the history of the Camino? Thousands

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History of the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago is considered a bucket list destination for many people, whether you consider yourself a spiritual person or not. But how did the Camino de Santiago come to be so popular among modern travellers and what do we know about the history of the Camino? Thousands

Camino Culture: The Galician Hórreo

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Camino Culture: The Galician Hórreo If you are walking the Camino de Santiago, you will start noticing some exciting structures close to most homes in rural areas as you enter Galicia. These rectangular structures are granaries called ‘hórreos’, a widespread construction across rural Galicia. Their function is to store grain and other food crops for

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Camino Culture: The Galician Hórreo If you are walking the Camino de Santiago, you will start noticing some exciting structures close to most homes in rural areas as you enter Galicia. These rectangular structures are granaries called ‘hórreos’, a widespread construction across rural Galicia. Their function is to store grain and other food crops for

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