Santiago de Compostela

We made it to Santiago de Compostela 270 kilometers behind us. Our Camino Journey 2023 is complete. We are weary. We entered from the far west and didn’t see any signs, arrows, pilgrims, until …. We did.
It was strangely like a street party. A cacophony of languages raised in excitement. Everyone seemed to get a burst of energy having crossed the finish line.
We decided to check into our hotel anxious to be free of the backpacks. Then the most important helado stop before heading to obtain our certificate.
We were Peregrino 918, & 919 of the day. 😊
Very quick & efficient. Sadly feels commercial but that doesn’t diminish the feeling of accomplishment.

Can’t say it’s Spain, perhaps just the Galcia Region, but there is much trash, & noise pollution. People do not wish to make eye contact and begrudgingly offer an Hola (No Hola for you!) in response to our cheerful Buenos Dias.Read more