Camino passports and Shell symbol

[Lydia Banales]

Others will have more information, but my understanding is that the
scallop shell has long been a symbol of the Pilgrim going to Santiago.
There are legends on the origin of the tradition. They can be obtained
at most of the towns along the way. We actually bought ours in a bar.
They are often attached to one's pack or worn around the neck. Not an
essential part of the Camino, but it made us feel connected with the
many who have gone before. Lydia

name: Philip J. Judd wrote:

> I had never heard about the shell and badge idea....is it something
> that can be obtained along the way? Is it something that is a
> important to the whole pilgrimage experience? Phil Judd


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