On the Camino: One Day at a Time, one Photo at a Time 4.0.

[Camino Chrissy]

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La Catedral de Santa María de Astorga, which gracefully combines a rather eclectic mix of styles.

Yes, you always immediately know you are looking at the cathedral in Astorga when you see the two very distinctive colors of its towers.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Villafranca del Bierzo was one of my favorite towns on the Camino Frances...
not exactly a village, nor a city imo.

 

[Theatregal]

The Ponte Taboada railway station through the arch of the Taboada Rail Bridge on the Sanabrés.

 

[Former member 49149]

That's a great idea ! Thanks for your persévérance.

I got an interim response, re location, but I think you have already managed to pinpoint it. My friend sent a link to a blog, https://thefogwatch.com/villafranca-del-bierzo-camino-angel/
I will let you know if I hear any more.

 

[mspath]

I got an interim response, re location, but I think you have already managed to pinpoint it. My friend sent a link to a blog, https://thefogwatch.com/villafranca-del-bierzo-camino-angel/
I will let you know if I hear any more.

Thanks for the link
It shows 2 pics of sculpture on the studio site but no location cited as such.

 

[Former member 49149]

The author of the blog refers to leaving Cacabelos, going up a hill, at the top of which was a villa framed by trees... he goes on to describe the sculptures, visible after turning a corner. This was before Villafranca del Bierzo. No coordinates as such...

 

[Deleted member 43985]

One unique aspect of a winter Caminos is the opportunity to see well-known sites in a very different view. Point in case, Alto del Perdon from January 2018.

 

[Anne&Pat]

This photo is also in the vicinity of Barro, taken 5 minutes after yesterday's photos. May, 2018.

 

[mspath]

Santo Domingo de la Calzada, door
photo taken November 2, 2013




Above this doorway the distinctive architectural escutcheons, akin to 3D armorial devices, celebrate one family's history/heritage.

 

[Chenahusky]

My favourite set of stairs on the CF. Riego de Ambros on the way down to Molinaseca 2016.

 

[SabsP]

Green Galicia.Is there another? Somewhere on the Camino Ingles.

 

[Bill905]

March 29, 2019 - Pamplona to Puente la Reina - Meditation theme: Love
Looking southwest from the summit of Alto del Perdón about 10 km outside of Pamplona we are treated to a view of our Camino for today. A peaceful trek through farms, vineyards, and olive groves … a little hazy and chilly, but not a cloud in the sky! I am thankful for a 'lovely' day.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: More Red

 

[Former member 49149]

The next photo fits in my memory as being shortly after a super albergue where the beds were beds with sheets, and pillow, and a garden, and the local people looked after the smooth operation. The albergue had been the school. It was such a cool refreshing place to be in... I could look up my little notebook...yes, I think I am remembering Pereje...

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Collegiate church of Santillana del Mar on the Norte.

 

[Theatregal]

Wayfarers pause for a chat before Los Arcos.

 

[JohnLloyd]

An early morning stroll through Castrillo de Polvazares, a Maragato village lined with traditional stone buildings. Well worth a little diversion on the way from Murias de Rechivaldo.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

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An early morning stroll through Castrillo de Polvazares, a Maragato village lined with traditional stone buildings. Well worth a little diversion on the way from Murias de Rechivaldo.

I loved that well preserved stone village!

 

[kohara]

On the waterfront in Gijon

 

[Deleted member 43985]

I'm sure this could be a Microsoft screen saver... you know, except for the cemetery in the middle of it

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

I'm sure this could be a Microsoft screen saver... you know, except for the cemetery in the middle of it

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Oh man, you should be so lucky. The photo of the hill in green everyone here is thinking of (now a vineyard) is considered the most viewed photo in the world. The Wikipedia article on the photo indicated that it sold with the second highest price ever for a photograph. It is an interesting article; at least read the "History" section.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Oh man, you should be so lucky. The photo of the hill in green everyone here is thinking of (now a vineyard) is considered the most viewed photo in the world. The Wikipedia article on the photo indicated that it sold with the second highest price ever for a photograph. It is an interesting article; at least read the "History" section.

Really, Rick? Sounds like "fake news" to me.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

Really, Rick? Sounds like "fake news" to me.

I would have posted it Thursday if it were.

 

[Chenahusky]

Casa Tia Dolores, Outeiro, CF.

 

[mspath]

Cizur Menor, shell
photo taken 0ctober 1, 2004



Seeing a scallop shell hung at the open doorway of the Roncal albergue during my first camino I immediately sensed that pilgrims were welcome to enter.

Life on the camino was much more relaxed in 2004.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Oh man, you should be so lucky. The photo of the hill in green everyone here is thinking of (now a vineyard) is considered the most viewed photo in the world. The Wikipedia article on the photo indicated that it sold with the second highest price ever for a photograph. It is an interesting article; at least read the "History" section.

Ok, ok... message received... I won't bring up the cows hiding behind buildings anymore!

 

[peregrina2000]

May the intensity of these flames
always endure

I am not religious in the sense of established religions, but I do get a lot from sitting in quiet churches, looking at religious art, and lighting candles.

I wonder if O Cebreiro still has real candles or whether they have gone electric. In my 20 years on caminos, I have seen the number of churches with real candles shrink dramatically. I understand the “why” of it, but it is simply not the same.

 

[Bill905]

I wonder if O Cebreiro still has real candles or whether they have gone electric. In my 20 years on caminos, I have seen the number of churches with real candles shrink dramatically. I understand the “why” of it, but it is simply not the same.

When I was there in 2019, there were still a number of real candles in use. See my post #786 on Page 8 of this thread for a nice photo of the sunlight through the haze of candle smoke.

 

[Anne&Pat]

5097 was very friendly, on the way to Ribadesella. May, 2018.

 

[SabsP]

Misty morning , looking back to Sigüeiro. On to Santiago de Compostela, last etapa on the Ingles.

 

[Bill905]

March 30, 2019 - Puente la Reina to Estella - Meditation theme: Mercy
Approaching the pueblo of Cirauqui (pop approx. 450), representative of so many small towns that dot El Camino and offer hospitality to pilgrims and receive a benefit from the Camino’s economic stimulus. I, for one, am happy to support them, well the polite ones anyway! We stopped in Cirauqui for refreshments and a rest before walking to Villatuerta for lunch, and then continuing to Estella.

 

[Former member 49149]

We listened to someone as we swithered as to which way to go. A mistake, I gather. An 8km misery of an unrelenting climb in scorching heat, except for the moments turning to look back.

 

[Chenahusky]

Eduardo Cafe Movil on the road to Los Arcos, CF. Well appreciated, as it was a very hot day.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: Yellow

 

[kohara]

Tui in the late afternoon, great place to unwind for an hour

 

[Theatregal]

Belorado. Side street and side view of the Iglesia de Santa Maria.

 

[JohnLloyd]

One of the more funky bars along the Way.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Until I walk through Gernika on the CN, this homage to Picasso's 'Gernika' in Pamplona will have to do. This was taken pre-dawn which turned out to be a fantastic time to wander through parts of the old city without the hordes of people in every photo.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

Yeah, this is my second picture of the day; I'm bad. But @jozero gave me a chance to post a picture I don't think I would have otherwise.

In an eclectic private garden in Agés.

 

[mspath]

Eunate, stelle
photo take October 22, 2014



On the slope just beyond the albergue at Eunate is this enigmatic stelle.

However I've never learned who, when or why re the stelle.
Do you know? If so please tell all.

 

[Anne&Pat]

A couple of the numerous wall artworks we saw after leaving Ribadesella near San Pedro and Abeu. May, 2018.

 

[SabsP]

Cozy living/ dining room in the donativo albergue San Francisco de Asis in Tosantos.
CF 2011.

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[Bill905]

March 31, 2019 - Estella to Torres del Rio - Meditation theme: Perseverance
A communal dinner at the Albergue Marisol in Torres del Rio. 16 people, 10 different countries ... such is El Camino. By this time, although only 6 days into the Camino, I had decided that in order to truly experience the culture of Spain and El Camino, it would be best for a rookie like me to eat and socialize with other pilgrims … I might learn a few things! I also happened to run into the owner of the albergue, who was training a new hire, and in my elementary Spanish tried to thank him for operating such a nice albergue. His broad smile told me I succeeded.

 

[Former member 49149]

Soon, not yet there, but soon; how I hated these words: "Ya nos queda poco".

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: Purple

 

[Theatregal]

September 2012. A wonderful memory of a shared lunch and welcome rest on the benches near a stream in a little grove of trees bordering the Villa Oreja labyrinth between Terradillos and Moratinos.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Our lovely guest house, the Mirador Fin Da Terra in Finesterre, with its beautiful unforgetable views. It was a bit of a slog up that hill end of the day upon arrival walking from Lires.

 

[JohnLloyd]

A "fixer upper" in Foncebadón.

 

[Chenahusky]

Leaving Triacastela on the Samos route CF. 2019. Bright, sunny and warm, after a cold and misty descent from O 'Cebreiro.

 

[Anne&Pat]

Between Colunga and Villaviciosa, before reaching Pernus, quite a lot of country road walking this day. We saw and heard a lot of forestry work along the Norte. May, 2018.

 

[mspath]

Cape Finisterre, sign
photo taken December 9, 2011



Indeed. Might this message of hope be forevermore

 

[SabsP]

Betanzos in the afternoon. Camino Ingles.

 

[Bill905]

April 1, 2019 - Torres del Rio to Logroño - Meditation theme: Charity
One cannot deny the religious presence and aura all along El Camino. There are numerous shrines, churches, monuments, hermitages, monasteries, etc. many dating from the 12th to 16th centuries, and some even earlier! This is seen on the wall of the hermitage of Nuestra Señora del Poyo, just outside Torres del Rio. “Bless the people of Bargota, protect the pilgrims”. Several times did I appreciate having a small albergue chapel, or wayside church to simply rest and meditate.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: Green

Anticipation.

 

[kohara]

Did some additional travelling around Galicia a few years ago. Travelling on your own is nice but you really appreciate when you strike up a chat with a local person. In Ourense one evening got chatting with Antonio, lovely guy who had actually written a book on cycling the various routes as a bicigrino. Invited me out with his friends the next day for food and drinks, brilliant people. So warm and welcoming and we had a great laugh.



.

 

[Chenahusky]

A very windy, low cloud, cold walk over Alto do San Roque CF 2019.
Then warm company and a nice hot bowl of Caldo Gallego, at the Albergue Reboleira. They were both very welcome, nice Albergue too.

 

[Former member 49149]

First photo in OCebreiro.

 

[Theatregal]

View from my café table in Lugo.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Another serendipitous find during my early morning wanders through Pamplona. I'm not saying it happened after I rounded every corner but it was enough to be continuously in awe...

 

[JohnLloyd]

We all know where this is.

We all have our own thoughts on it too.

It was a key milestone on my Camino.

Then it wasn't, and then it was again.

Cruz de Ferro

Oftentimes, an image of something forms in your mind, based on a limited amount of information, and takes on almost mythical proportions. When you actually see it, however, it’s a bit of a le…

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[Anne&Pat]

Damp day between Villaviciosa and Deva. But we passed through some amazing scenery. This was taken somewhere between Nievares and Deva, where we stayed in a cabin at Albergue and Camping Deva. May, 2018.

 

[mspath]

Praia Estorde
photo take April 2, 2006




Mid view is Finisterre; Cape Finisterre is on the far left.

Estorde is the first beach on the camino path linking Corcubion/San Roque to Finisterre; along the sea the path parallels the AC- 445 route.

Crossing the beach barefoot while holding my boots like a child I delighted in the tickle of sand between my toes.

 

[SabsP]

After Villares de Orbigo. Walk to Astorga , end of March . CF 2017

 

[Bill905]

April 2, 2019 - Logroño to Najera - Meditation theme: Hope
I was quite surprised at the quality of the agricultural ‘soil’ in some areas of Navarre and Rioja … mostly stones. I guess that grapevines and olives do well, for we see plenty of them. But I am sure many of you remember some rather treacherous loose stone parts of the CF trails! Foot placement requires a lot of attention! So far, I have only fallen once, and do you think that was in the woods somewhere, or on those slippery loose stones? Nope! I stepped awkwardly off a sidewalk in Pamplona and couldn't regain my balance with 9 extra kilos on my back, and down I went!

 

[Former member 49149]

Second photo, O Cebreiro

 

[kohara]

One of the picture postcard views of the norte, used in some of the well known guidebooks. Still leaves you speechless when you encounter it

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: Pink

 

[Chenahusky]

View back to Portomarin, early morning, with valley full of cloud. CF 2016.

 

[Theatregal]

Early morning Santiago.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Magical Muxia.

 

[JohnLloyd]

Another magical sunrise, looking east from Cruz de Ferro.

 

[Anne&Pat]

Magical Muxia.

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Thank you for posting this very wonderful, magical photo.

 

[mspath]

Punta de San Roque, boats
photo taken December 9, 2011



Entering Finisterre on the camino path along the beach one chilly December day I happily relaxed in the winter sunshine by these boats to enjoy some local mariscos.
Nearby at the municipal albergue I asked for a bunk and a Fisterrana certificate, after confirming that I had walked from Santiago de Compostela. Indeed, I had!

 

[Camino Chrissy]

On the Primitivo in 2016.
This old property had so much character and uniqueness with its windows and door framed in bluestone.
Notice the yellow arrow.

 

[Anne&Pat]

Iglesia de San Pedro, Gijon. May, 2018.

 

[SabsP]

Banknotes from all over the world. Bar in Castrojeriz. CF 2011.

 

[Bill905]

April 3, 2019 - Najera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Meditation theme: Turning the other cheek
I was fascinated by the stories of the miracles associated with the person of Santo Domingo. Especially relevant is the intervention of the Saint in saving the life of a German pilgrim hundreds of years ago. Since then, and in homage to the Saint, there are chicken and rooster images in use all over the town, even on the logo of the local soccer club which shows a rooster standing on a soccer ball! And whenever a statue or a picture of Santo Domingo is displayed, there are usually chickens at his feet.

 

[mspath]

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Banknotes from all over the world. Bar in Castrojeriz. CF 2011.

Sabine,
Like you I also loved La Taberna;
great vibes!

 

[Former member 49149]

Two photos today. Which one was taken early on, and which one taken around O Cebreiro?

 

[chinacat]

swithered

Thank you for a new word!!!

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Thank you for a new word!!!

It was new to me too! I had googled and loved its definition, and hope to use it sometime before I forget.

 

[Chenahusky]

A very quiet Obradoiro Square, June 2019, almost 8 o'clock in the morning. Rain certainly leads to a peaceful square.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: More Pink

The cart held the club members' cold refreshments. Note the club logo on the back of the shirt.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

The Colors of Sahagún: More Pink

The cart held the club members' cold refreshments. Note the club logo on the back of the shirt.
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I can figure out the word, but I'm not understanding the images at all.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

I can figure out the word, but I'm not understanding the images at all.

You don't recognize Jessica Rabbit?
She's not bad. She's just drawn that way.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Beautiful Castro-Urdiales on the Norte.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

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Banknotes from all over the world. Bar in Castrojeriz. CF 2011.

I loved my first visit to this bar, spent far too long pouring over the various notes. However, was quite sad to see them all gone in 2016 after specifically taking my wife in to see it. Thank god for photos and memories...

 

[Theatregal]

Looking back at Las Medulas

 

[kohara]

Leon, wonderful cathedral. Stain glass windows are unreal.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Some days it's just about long shadows, blue skies and fluffy clouds...

 

[mspath]

Galicia, sunrise, 2010



Carpe diem!

Watching dawn break wherever I might be is always a joy;
now at 82 it is still a thrill to ponder the limitless possibilities of another day!

May the glory of new morning light lift our spirits and give us hope of better times to come.

"Your days are numbered. Use them to throw open the windows of your soul to the sun. If you do not, the sun will soon set, and you with it."

Marcus Aurelius,
The Emperor's Handbook, II,IV

 

[Former member 49149]

Just sitting on the bar, in the bar where we had the most delicious soft white Cebreiro cheese served with honey.

 

[SabsP]

Same bar, la Taberna in Castrojeriz, but other pic. Sello, cafe con leche and a delicious cookie. CF 2011.

 

[Anne&Pat]

This brought a smile to our faces on the walk from Gijon to Aviles, having passed the massive steel plant earlier in the morning, this was taken early afternoon probably between Tabaza and Trasona. May, 2018.

 

[Chenahusky]

A warm sunny Finisterre June 2016.
Happy Easter to all contributors to this thread. John.

 

[Kanga]

I took this on the way home from the Camino, in Vienna - so cheating a bit. But the most appropriate photo I could find for today, Easter Sunday. And a rather splendid painting!

 

[Bill905]

April 4, 2019 - Santo Domingo to Belorado - Meditation theme: Prayer
I explored a parochial albergue attached to the Church of Santa Maria in Belorado (pictured). The hospitalero there greeted me, and we had a nice conversation. It was he who advised me that to be a hospitalero, one must have completed a Camino. He had completed his Camino 17 years earlier, and he had walked from Lausanne. I was, and I continue to be, impressed by the dedication exhibited by pilgrims ... including everyone who posts on this thread. I tip my hat to you!

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

The Colors of Sahagún: Purple again

 

[Camino Chrissy]

A favorite 3 course meal in Santillana.

 

[JohnLloyd]

One of those places that compel you to stop for a moment and take a look around.