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Looking back down on the lovely medieval village of Corcubion, en route to Fisterra. There is a medieval festival in the town in mid July, nice atmosphere about.
A live one (sorry large file as on mobile). Yesterday morning on the lovely walk out of Negreira on the finesterra.
Clouded over later which was much welcomed as its a 30km plus stage.
Quick question, does anyone know if the opening hours for Casa Ivar on a holiday (this Monday) are the same as...
Landed in santiago today. 35 degrees, felt nearly unbearable to this irish man. 40 degrees c tomorrow (104f!) and will be that high for three days. Mad (and dangerous) temperatures to be walking in. Headed for La Coruña, 21 degrees, felt almost chilly in comparison and it's only 70km away...
Thank your kind words Reija, we are living in such challenging times and it can be very difficult to maintain perspective, balance and an open heart. I hope this re-ignites for you on your upcoming camino.
I am mindful to post a quote from an inspiring and timely book from two teachers of mine...
On my way back to the Monastery of San Martin after a few sherrys, i paused for a time in the Plaza de Quintana de vivos. I had the square almost to myself and could explore the east face of the cathedral close up.
The amazing Hostal De San Marcos in Leon. Now a parador which i was lucky enough to stay in after i stopped walking at this point back in 2014 (if you share a room it can work out ok financially).
They have done some restoration works in recent years to the entrance/foyer which i am not sure i...
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