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When did World Heritage Sites of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela in France happen?
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Where does El Camino de santiago start?
el Camino de Santiago is not one trail but many different routes (about 8 official routes in France, 15 in Spain and many that start in other European countries) so there is no 'start' only a destinaton - the tomb of St James in Santiago de Compostela. One could say that el Camino starts from your front door! In order to earn a certificate of completion - the Compostela - you need to walk the last 100km to Santiago or cycle the last 200km. That is the only criterion for earning the Compostela. You don't have to stay in pilgrim shelters, or carry a backpack Spain
Important pilgrimages route Britain Europe?
Canterbury was a pilgrimage destination in England. There were also pilgrimage routes leading across France into Spain to the pilgrimage sites of Montserrat and Compostela.
How many miles is it to walk the Camino Santiago in Spain?
It depends on what route you take, because there are several routes and a few do not start in France (i.e. from Valencia or from Seville). The distance from Irun (in the eastern Pyrenees) to Santiago is around 380 miles.
What does the scallop shell of John the Baptist represent?
"The grooves in the shell, which come together at a single point, represent the various routes pilgrims traveled, eventually arriving at a single destination: the tomb of James in Santiago de Compostela. The shell is also a metaphor for the pilgrim. As the waves of the ocean wash scallop shells up on the shores of Galicia"
What is the country that dominated the trade routes to Asia?
England and France
What is the camino de Santiago?
The Camino de Santiago is a group of pilgrimage routes through Spain to Santiago de Compostela. According to the lore, Saint James (an Apostle of Jesus) traveled as a missionary to Iberia (Spain and Portugal today) to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to convert the native peoples. After an unsuccessful go at it, he returned to Judea (Israel) and was martyred (killed) for the faith by beheading (YIKES). Apparently, some of his helpers then took his body in a rudderless boat back to Iberia for burial. In the 9th Century AD, a shepherd discovered an old crypt while tending his flock. After alerting the local bishop and an investigation, it was decreed that these were the bones of Saint James (Sant Iago, Santiago) and a church was built over the site as a means of attracting pilgrims. Pilgrims started making the journey from all over Christendom to pay homage to an Apostle of Christ and have their prayers interceded for by the Saint (check out other WikiAnswers for more info). Over the course of the past thousand years, millions have made the journey from their homes to Santiago de Compostela, making it the third most popular pilgrim site in Christianity (the other two being the Holy Land and Rome). Today, thousands make the journey, mostly on the Camino Frances (French Way) from Sain Jean Pied de Port in southern France to Santiago, a journey of over 800 kilometers (500 miles) for a variety of reasons. Buen Camino! (Good Journey!) During the Middle Ages, it was estimated that over a million people were making the journey to and from Santiago de Compostela. Making the journey was a way for people to obtain an indulgence (forgiveness of their sins). You don't have to be a Catholic or a Christian to make the journey today. People of all faith traditions (or atheists) make the journey as a personal development and challenges period. Buen Camino a todos, mi amigos.
What is the name of the Underwater rail routes between and England and France?
The Chunnel .
Which bus was in service in london from 1956 to 2005?
AEC Routemaster. It's still in service on a few Heritage routes today.
What are some of the ferry routes to and from Ireland?
Some of the ferry routes that go to and from Ireland are from Dublin, Ireland, to Hollyhead, UK, and vice-versa. Rossiare, Ireland, to Pembroke, UK. From Rossiare, Ireland, to Roscoff, France, and also to Cherbourg, France.
What did Joliet and Marquette explore?
they sailed for New France
How do you travel to Britain from France?
a) by ferry, on one of a dozen routes b) by tunnel, either by Eurostar train or with your car by le Shuttle c) by air; many different routes
Atlantic trade routes carried goods and enslaved people between what areas?
england, france, and netherlands
