Santiago de Compostela

Well we made it!  Blown in by a fierce wind, managing to shelter from the pelting rain under verandahs and bridges.  It was lovely walking into Santiago again.  The old town really is a wonderful place.

Not raining yet, but blowing a gale 

Once we left our accommodation in O Milladoiro we headed up hill to rejoin the path.  Here we met Sharn, and we  headed off together.  The streams we passed were running a banker with overnight rain, with the path moving through the last 8 kilometres primarily through natural bush like settings.  It wasn't until the last few kilometres that we reached more urban areas.  The wind, and weather report in general, was such that the authorities closed Almeda Park.   This was disappointing, as I had planned to take Julie and Sharn through the park on the way into town.  However since then Julie and I have visited the park.
Streams no longer clear due to the storm water run off. 
Only one photo of our arrival - it was so windy and cold we made straight for our accommodation.  There were barricades everywhere,  and we later found out this was in preparation for a running race the next day.
Since staying in Santiago, we have had as much fine weather as wet, a bit of a bonus!  Sharn has left, and Julie and I have been busy visiting museums, Almeda Park, and sitting in bars capturing the atmosphere. 

The view of the Cathedral from Almeda Park 
Looking at Almeda Park, from the Cathedral.
Visiting the cathedral museum I was able to walk along the balcony and take a photo of the street we entered the town on.
Obradoiro square and the posh arador hot from the Cathedral 
A trick of light throws this shadow of a pilgrim each night.
The Cathedral at night, with a full moon glowing.

We have one more day of sightseeing here in Santiago.   It is All Saints Day, and a public holiday.   We have arrived at the Cathedral to attend the midday pilgrim mass.  At 10.30am, the only seats available are at the foot of the stone pillars - very cold, but a seat nonetheless!  
This is my last post.  Our journey home begins tomorrow with a train trip to Barcelona, a sleep overnight there, and then the long flight home.  I have enjoyed, as always, this journey, and I hope you have enjoyed sharing it with me.  Until next time, adios.

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  1. B&I Step By Step3 November 2023 at 00:27

    It has once again been great to follow your adventures. Look forward to hearing more over coffee. Cheers!

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    1. Janet4 November 2023 at 02:44

      We're on our way - just wanting in Singapore.

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  2. stephen3 November 2023 at 03:39

    Ursula and I are on our way. Will be just north of Porto tonight. Looks like we won't catch up to you :-) however we do get to avoid Ciaran!

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    1. Janet4 November 2023 at 02:43

      Hope you get some dry weather Stephen. The SdC forecast was close to 100% chance of rain for the next week. Go to the pilgrim mass in Barcelos if you can - in the San Antonio church. Enjoy

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