The Camino de Santiago

The Camino de Santiago is a pilgrimage that begins in Southern France and ends at Santiago de Compostela in Northwestern Spain. The total distance of the Camino is 800 km and I hope to complete it in six weeks. The map of the route is shown at the bottom of this page.
"Life is a pilgrimage, and a pilgrimage is a life"
~Robert Ward, All The Good Pilgrims

The beginning of the journey

The beginning of the journey
St Jean Pied de Port

The destination

The destination
Cathedral in Santiago

Monday, April 27, 2009

Departure

Note from Elizabeth: Mom boarded her flight to Paris tonight with her friend, Fran McAllister. Here is Mom with all her hiking gear on her way out the door. Bon voyage (or buen viaje), Mom!  
We're all cheering for you!

2 comments:

  1. Hi Gill... I have just concluded a most pleasant time reading through your journey notes from the beginning right up to a few days ago. You write expressively, and I feel I can hear the birds, puff up those steep paths and feel your blisters. It sounds like the camaraderie of other 'buen caminas' provides an added bonus to your days and evenings. Too bad about those crazy siesta times interfering with some great tapas opportunities, but all the better when you do find an opportunity.
    Stay well and strong and positive. I look forward to your next entry. Marj xo

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