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Arrived in Arzua while doing the SJPDP camino sometime in October 2018, Dragging my body like an injured animal - that's how exhausted I was. My Albergue, to make things worse, was situated on the furthest end of the town. The Albergue door was wide open, but no one manning the desk. I...
While in Pamplona (September 2018)I did a bit of sightseeing. Just past the Catedral Santa Maria, there's a park with benches, fountains etc. Just beyond the park I came across a short lane and this image. Anyone know what this figure and the writing mean?
There is an ancient church(unused so far as I can tell) as well. I really would like to know if anyone has ever been here and what the place is called. The church and crucifix are both right on top of a wooded mountain. If anyone can identify the place. I would be grateful. I am unable to post...
I'm allergic to insect bites of any kind. A bite on my arm causes almost itchy red spots all over my body. After reading posts on bed bugs, I am scared of over nightingale at any of the Albergues. What alternative do I have to this problem while on Camino.
I bought my Pilgrim Passport from the Confraternity of St James of South Africa. Do I fill in my details privately or must this be done in the presence of "officials" at SJP Pilgrim Office on arrival there?
Hi all. Will be doing my very first Camino Frances around mid September 2018. I am south African and will be doing the Camino solo. After reading a lot about this route via your forum I am confident all will go well. A question : is it at all possible to sleep under the stars rather than in...
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