Rest stop in Pereje

Cacabelos to Vega del Valcarce

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September 26th 2017
This morning we were able to pack up and much more easily than normal since we were the only ones in our two-bed room. Still, we didn't hit the road until after 7:30. On our way to the first real town of Villafranca del Bierzo, we passed a small property with some large, wild-looking sculptures. Check out the photo. When we got to Villafranca del Bierzo, we left the Camino a little bit to find a g ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León » Vega de Valcarce

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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