Templar Festival In Ponferrada

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When you are on the Camino one of the wonderful experiences and pleasant surprises is to arrive in a city full of celebration and to take part in the ancient traditions of the area sharing the festival with locals.  A wonderful way to add special memories to your Camino experience and journey!

Ponferrada was full of celebration this past July 4 – 7, 2013 with their annual Festival de Templarios.  An opportunity to enjoy local cuisine, arts & crafts and enjoy a city full of decoration, people in costume and fireworks show.

Maybe next year if you are near Ponferrada you will be able to share in this special festival tradition.For more information: http://www.ponferrada.org/es/temas/servicios/noche-templaria-2013

Google Translate: “The Night Templar is a recreation of a medieval event fantastic.

Under the light of the first full moon of summer, Guido Frey Garda, Master of the Order of the Knights Templar, returns to the city of the Iron Bridge with it to seal a pact of eternal friendship and give custody of the symbols found in the sacred land of Jerusalem, the sacred Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Grail.

The Templar entourage is received in the Square Temple Ponferrada thousands of medieval garb dressed in parade and guarding the Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Grail, they head towards the castle. There he makes a judgment to the Templar Order.

“Me, Guido de Garda, Master of the strength of ponsferrata, agree to all the people of Ponferrada to return each year to renew this commitment festive with its history and legend until the time comes to clear the horizon.”

Music, fireworks, street entertainment and tastings Night Templar make one of the most lively summer festivals ponferradino.” – Ponferrada Ayuntamiento

Camino Guides Our Spirits

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The Camino called each one of us in a very specific and unique way.  For me it was and has been a never ending series of synchronistic experiences around the world.  No matter where I was or where I traveled some how the Camino and Spain kept calling me.  It was truly opening up and following my inner spirits guidance that new doors opened.  That journey still continues and who knows where it will lead.

I will begin to post and share people’s SYNCHRONISTIC experiences to the Camino and would love to share yours.  Please email me at susan@globalpilgrims.com and send a picture of yourself in your life at home and on the camino – and if you are planning your first camino please send a photo of you in your life in your hometown and what inspired you to share in the camino adventure.

Thank you for sharing your stories!!!!!

Thank you to Silvia Bollinger & The Abundance Course’s Photo – for an inspiring picture!!!

Rexistro Km 0 Santiago – Thomas Travels The Camino

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German and I had two fantastic days in the Parador Santiago de Compostela capturing the faces and stories of the pilgrims’ as they arrived Km 0 Santiago, during the Rexistro 108 Vilei Exhibition in the Cloister San Marcos.

It was very special to meet more of the pilgrims’ and hear their stories. Thomas from Munich Germany has been making the Camino for 7 years.  The Camino journey is a tradition for Thomas as he  sets out for 2 months each year on a new adventure of discovery.  Very inspiring – we look forward to sharing more of Thomas’ and other pilgrims’ CAMINO travels soon.

 

Concerts On The Camino – Palencia

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The Camino is full of so many amazing experiences.  You never know what is just around the corner – it is always an adventure! Interesting people, incredible and beautiful scenery – amazing food and wine – all making the for a personal, unique and memorable camino journey.  If you love music and concerts you might enjoy a little music on the Camino if you are near Palencia.

 

“You are invited to a beautiful concert by American guitarist Ian Tuski in the province of Palencia Sundays Wednesdays Fridays and Saturdays from now until July 15. 7PM. Always free to peregrinos! Just look for the signs.” – Frederico Sheppard for sharing this wonderful opportunity.

Rexistro Km 0 Santiago – Peregrinos Photos & Video July 2, 2013

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We are very grateful to the Parador Hostal Dos Reis Catolicos and the Director Julio Castro Marcote for inviting us to create in the Parador Rexistro Km 0 Santiago documenting through photography and video the faces and stories of the Global Pilgrims’ as they arrive Santiago de Compostela and celebrate their Camino Journey Experience!  We look forward to meeting you and hearing your Camino Stories!!! We hope that you will join us if you are in Santiago July 2, 2013 in the Cloister San Marcos in the Parador – Bo Camiño!

Bonfires of San Juan Along The Camino

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Picture this MAGNIFIED by MANY – this weekend the Festival of San Juan will be celebrated June 23 and the beach will be all Campfires and LIGHT. People will come from all over to many of the towns and villages in Galicia. One famous town for the festival is A Caruna where the night sky will be full of light from the many bonfires and beach celebrations.  If you are near A Caruna or in one of the other towns on the Camino like Sarria you may enjoy sharing in this very special Festival Celebration!

 

Cospeito – Another CAMINO Primitivo Adventure

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Galicia is a land of many CAMINOS – anywhere and everywhere there is a little village or town inviting you to visit and DISCOVER.  Discover and enjoy its history, culture, art, architecture, and beautiful landscapes.  You will always enjoy and be surprised with something beautiful, unique and NEW!

Pazo de Sistallo – Castelo do Caldaloba – just 31 KM north From Lugo  – on the Camino Primitivo –  Thank you to Jose Manuel Perez Fernandez for your wonderful pictures –

https://www.facebook.com/josemanuel.perezfernandez

Compostela – Field Of Stars & Earth Gazing

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COMPOSTELA -we know translates to Field of Stars symbolizing the ancient pilgrims journey as they made their adventure under The Milky Way.  The Camino provides TIME and SPACE for contemplating life.  Stepping out of our normal routines and life habits and becoming EXPLORERS of ourselves and our world.  I hope that you will enjoy this video as I feel it shares some of the same insights, emotions, and experiences that the CAMINO provides here on earth – and will provide new inspiration while we Camino – enjoy your JOURNEY!

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Camino Strengthens Faith

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The Camino calls people from all walks of life from all around the world.  No matter your background there is a spiritual calling to the Camino that shows its self through the people who come -as they walk, bike or horseback ride.  Travelers, Explorers, Adventurers of the SPIRIT! It is said Seek and Ye Shall Find – The Camino provides all the opportunity for DISCOVERY!!! Bo Camiño!

Pamplona Alive With Festival COLOR!

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Ancient TRADITIONS are Alive with FESTIVAL COLOR! You can hear the music, fireworks and the the sounds of people cheering as the celebrate in true Pamplona Style!  A feast for the eyes and the Camino PILGRIM Soul!

Thank you to Jesus M Garzaron for your fantastic picture and to Narvarvip Traslados for your Facebook post!