Author: SantiagoExplorer
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Ponferrada Castle – A Journey Through Time
CASTILLO DE LOS TEMPLARIOS DE PONFERRADA The Camino de Santiago The history of Ponferrada Castle is closely tied to the Camino de Santiago. According to Christian tradition, James the Great, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, embarked on a mission to spread the teachings of Christianity in Hispania (modern-day Spain and Portugal). During…
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History of Samos Monastery
(MONASTERIO DE SAN JULIÁN DE SAMOS) Samos Monastery is an active Benedictine monastery in Samos, Galicia, Spain. It was established in the sixth century. This monastery served as a centre for learning, housing a School of Theology and Philosophy. Moreover, it is a crucial stop along the Way of Saint James pilgrimage route, leading pilgrims to…
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What is A Pilgrim’s Passport and Where Can You Obtain One?
The Pilgrim’s Passport or Credencial The Pilgrim’s Passport, also known as an accreditation or Pilgrim’s Credential, is historically significant as a document bestowed upon pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago during the Middle Ages to ensure their safe passage. Today, the credencial identifies the pilgrim and grants access to pilgrim shelters, albergues, and hostels along…
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Pilgrim’s Museum – The Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago
A hidden treasure that is free to visit. The Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago (Pilgrim’s Museum), established in 1951, preserves and cares for documents, materials, and objects associated with the worldwide pilgrimage and the Camino de Santiago. The museum’s permanent exhibitions explore various aspects of pilgrimage relating to The Camino de Santiago and Santiago de Compostela,…