Description
For spiritual seekers, history enthusiasts, walkers and lovers of landscape, the Camino de Santiago and its ancient network of routes is the ultimate pilgrimage. The map provides inspiration and planning guidance for the hundreds of thousands of people who walk all or part of the Camino every year. Whether to have a walking holiday or a more spiritual experience, to spend time reflecting or just getting healthier, this two-sided large fold-out map is an inspirational, illustrated guide to one of the most sacred walks and pilgrimages in Europe. A World Heritage Site, the Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St James, is a vast network of pilgrim ways started in the 9th century all leading to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in north-west Spain, although it follows an older Roman trade route. The network covers France, Spain, Portugal and Italy. * The perfect gift and illustrated planning map for a walk of a lifetime. * The Camino is a World Heritage Site in its own right and over a thousand years old. * Clearly traces the whole path through France, Spain, Portugal and Italy with explanations en route. * Huge variety of stunning landscapes and scenery shown for planning your journey. * Spirituality is re-entering the cultural mainstream across the western world as a response to uncertainty. * More people are walking every year and many are not religious but seeking emotional and spiritual repair or just a good stomp in nature. The Camino attracts people for many reasons. There are those wanting to reflect, escape routine, meet like-minded travellers, enjoy culture, food and traditions, become mentally and physically healthier and sometimes to pray. Routes include coastal paths, mountain tracks, Roman roads, vineyards, bustling cities, and sleepy villages. Some routes have been walked for over a thousand years; others are quieter, rediscovered paths. Use the map for planning the exploration of the extraordinary past of these remarkable journeys or just admiring the history etched into the landscape.