The Codex Calixtinus: Music, Miracles, a Medieval Guide and a Modern Theft
Explore the five books of the Codex Calixtinus, its polyphonic music, Saint James miracles, medieval Camino guide and extraordinary 2011 theft.
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Gordon Ramsay in Galicia: Seafood, Beef and Heroic Vineyards
A fact-checked guide to Gordon Ramsay’s Galician television journeys, from Cambados and Malpica to Vía Romana, Airas Moniz and Pepe Vieira.
Read articleOfficial Sanabrés and Silver Way Map and Guide PDF
Open the Xunta de Galicia's official English guide to the Silver Way and Camino Sanabrés through Galicia.
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Camino de Santiago for Seniors: Pace, Comfort and Confidence
How older walkers can plan the Camino around realistic stages, comfortable hotels, luggage transfers and proper support.
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Port Wine Cellars in Porto: Sandeman, Ferreira and the Story Across the Douro
Why Porto's historic wine lodges stand in Vila Nova de Gaia, and what to know before visiting Sandeman or Ferreira at the start of the Portuguese Way.
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Galicia’s Cabezudos: The Giant Heads in Festivals, Museums and Bars
Discover the papier-mâché cabezudos seen in Galician processions, local museums and Santiago bars, including surviving examples in Sarria.
Read articleOfficial Primitive Way Map and Guide PDF
Open the Xunta de Galicia's official Camino Primitivo guide for its mountain route through Galicia.
Read articleOfficial English Way Map and Guide PDF
Open the Xunta de Galicia's official English Way guide for the Camino from Ferrol or A Coruña to Santiago.
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Three Galician Writers: Rosalía, Valle-Inclán and Camilo José Cela
Meet Rosalía de Castro, Ramón del Valle-Inclán and Camilo José Cela, with the houses and landscapes Camino travelers can visit around Padrón.
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Open the Xunta de Galicia's official English Portuguese Way guide for the route through Galicia.
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