Doesn't Matter how Small the Town

San Martin del Camino to Astorga - 24 km

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July 1st 2015
Happy Canada Day! Our group set off for Astorga around 8 a.m. There were a few clouds in the sky, which made it a little more comfortable for walking; however, it was still incredibly warm. It never seems to be dull on the Camino - you always seem to come across an interesting person, animal, landmark, cafe, etc. and today seemed to be no different! The comraderie and friendly banter shar ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León

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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