Center Door Carvings

Called the tympanum. Right above Mary there's a Last Judgment scene, with Michael weighing souls. Those on the right are saved, the left sent to hell.

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Bus to Leon

July 21st 2013
Set off bright and early, though it was very overcast and cold in Santiago, on the 6 hour bus journey southeast to Leon. The route largely follows the Camino, though for awhile we veered off to the towns of A Coruna and Lugo. Had a prime viewing seat, too - right behind the driver. For better or worse, sometimes it's nice not knowing what the driver does, or doesn't do, I loved seeing the ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León » León

Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more

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