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  1. M

    Rooftop tours

    We are currently in Lalín on our way to Santiago. Are the rooftop tours still available? I read somewhere that perhaps the roof is being restored and tours are not available. We will be there this Saturday, September 16!
  2. T

    The Botafumeiro

    Just wondering if anyone knows when The Botafumeiro takes place in the Cathedral. We have just arrived into Santiago and would anyone know if it will take place at the evening pilgrim mass or the pilgrim mass tomorrow morning
  3. B

    Botafumeiro

    Hello I know there are few Solemnities in a year when Botafumeiro operates (Christmas, Resurrection Sunday, Pentecost...). Does anybody know if it operates at every Mass on those days?
  4. witsendwv

    Confused about Cathedral Tickets

    I am confused as to which tickets to purchase so if someone has visited the Cathedral recently I would appreciate help. We want to visit the Torre and the Portico. I do not understand " Remember that you must purchase the same number of tickets at the Portico de la Gloria". Can anyone explain??? 🙃
  5. J

    Pilgrim Mass times at the Cathedral

    I looked at the website for the Cathedral, and saw posted times with the specific title of Pilgrim Mass at 0730, 0930, 1200 and 1730 daily. On my last two visits, I was only aware of a Pilgrim Mass at noon. Is this something new? If this is indeed a Pilgrim Mass, is the chance of seeing the...
  6. El Cascayal

    Santiago - Can you still hug him at the Cathedral?

    Anyone who has recently arrived in Santiago, is it now possible to climb up behind the altar in the cathedral & hug the saint? 🤗🤗
  7. M

    Buy compostela in Burgos

    Hello, We arrive sunday 21 of august in Burgos, to start our camino by bike. Where can we buy the compostela in Burgos?
  8. Anniesantiago

    Is it my imagination... or?

    Is it my imagination or is there not an announcement before the Pilgrim Masses at the Cathedral asking people NOT to take photos or videotape - which would include the swinging of the Botafumeiro?
  9. ivar

    The St. James day mass from Santiago live

    (Monday July 25th 2022)
  10. L

    Morning mass and the botafumeiro

    Wondering if anyone has EVER seen the botafumeiro swing at the 7:30 am mass and if the lines are long to get in at that time of morning? Thanks
  11. Camino Jim

    Botafumeiro Update

    First off THANK YOU to all Groups and Pilgrims that had the Botafumerio swung during the month of May for it was swung 40+ times which is great. Starting June 1st the cost rose from 450 Euro to 500 Euro and since the Camino is becoming so busy reservations for your special occasion should be...
  12. Bradypus

    The most embraced image in the world?

    Just saw this article which has some information about the great silver-caped image of the Apostle in the cathedral in Santiago. Also some explanation of the history and symbolism of the ornate decoration around the high altar...
  13. Maxcheese

    Pilgrims mass

    Hey guys! I'm set to arrive in sdc Sunday. Do you guys know if the pilgrim office is still handling passes for mass?
  14. T

    Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

    We are getting conflicting information on the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. Is the cathedral open? Are pilgrims masses being held there? What day(s) will the Botafumerio take place?
  15. Camino Jim

    Botafumeio

    For those now walking the Camino. The Botafumeio will be swung at the 12:00 Mass 30 May 2022
  16. V

    Statue of Santiago

    Does anyone have a good photo of the Statue of Santiago in the cathedral at SdeC? I am not sure where exactly it is, but have been told that there is one in a small chapel off the north transept. It is I understand a depiction of Santiago Matamoros that is deemed politically incorrect at present...
  17. Anniesantiago

    Cathedral Rooftop Tour Confusion: Which One Should You Choose?

    I'm a little confused. Now it appears there are several different tours offered at the Cathedral. Can someone tell me for SURE which of these is what we used to call the Cathedral Rooftop Tour? https://visitas.catedraldesantiago.es/en-GB/venta-de-entradas
  18. Coverbid

    Looking for Name of Priest Who Says English Mass at Cathedral de Compostela

    Hi, Can anyone tell me the name of the Pilipino priest that says the English Mass at the Cathedral de Compostela? He has walked 3 Caminos himself. He is about 40-50ish years old. I want to send him some information, but I have forgotten his name. Does anyone know of the mailing address to the...
  19. mspath

    Reconstructing Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris

    Read/watch this splendid reportage from CBS news dated 26/12/2021. Reconstructing Notre Dame Cathedral After watching this, in the truest sense, ...Godspeed.
  20. B

    The Botafumeiro technical details

    I know that if you ask the internet for information you will get answers that conflict with each other. The cathedral website does not state how much charcoal is used in the Botafumeiro [Bfo from now on, it's easier to type), and I would have no problem if everybody said "some charcoal is put...

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