Stork on the nest in Carrion de los Condes

Leon, here I am, early

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October 7th 2016
Its Friday 7th Oct 16 and I am further on than expected. I arrived in Leon at about 1 pm today. The last time I told you about my adventures was about 3 days ago when I was planning on walking to Terradillos de los Templarios. I may have mentioned before that there appears now to be a significant increase in peregrinos on the path compared to last week when it felt quieter. Its as busy at t ... read more

Europe » Spain

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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