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We agree 1000%. Santiago is all about the commercialization of the Camino. Our experience was so distressing we decided not to obtain the Compostela. My wife cried, but I told her the Camino is in your heart, in your soul. Not on a piece of paper.
We have been recommending pilgrims make Sarria...
We are getting conflicting information on the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. Is the cathedral open? Are pilgrims masses being held there? What day(s) will the Botafumerio take place?
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