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[QUOTE="Tia Valeria, post: 141686, member: 6537"] [b]Covadonga: May 15th[/b] 0.5kms (Casa Asprón to the cave and basilica, by road) Walking up the road was a much easier route to the cave where we found that the overnight rain had turned the tiny flow of water into a roaring waterfall. We went up the Escalera de Penitencia to the grotto and chapel, then returned to the shop where we bought medallions of the 'Santina', then up and through the tunnel to the plaza by the Basilica. The museum was open and is very interesting. It is also the only place to get a sello and is the official one for the end of the pilgrimage. Walking along by the basilica we were able to see both the grotto with its chapel and the convent. After the museum and a quick drink in the cafe at the Gran Pelayo (open today) we went to the mid-day service which was quite moving. Very quiet when compared to Santiago. We returned to the grotto to see the grave of Pelayo which is in the grotto. (No photos allowed) Then it was down to El Repelao again for their menu del dia - in the rain. Looking around we learnt that the Hotel Repelao just up the road was built on the site of the old pilgrims' hospital and looks as though it formed part of the railway station complex, a railway hotel maybe, before becoming a private hotel. The information office opposite (closed) is in the old station itself. After siesta we walked back again to the Repelao for drinks as we were sure of it being open, also our host had told us that they make excellent bocadillos. He was right. We ordered one which came with a foil wrap to keep it hot. We had our drinks and then took it back and ate it at the Casa Asprón. Breaded chicken and salad in a huge roll, it was more than enough between us and very enjoyable. Then time to pack our washed and dried clothes (courtesy of our hosts) and prepare to leave for our return journey. [/QUOTE]
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