[Gocamino] Signs to the Cathedral

Glenn Guha2005 at hotmail.com
Sun Dec 9 06:48:44 PST 2007





> In reply to part of Rosina's (as always) informative message...she wrote:
>
> "And, finally, Xacobeo and Raxoi have taken the first steps on behalf of 
> pilgrims to put clear and visible signs leading pilgrims to the Cathedral 
> once they near Santiago.  As most of us know, such signs have been 
> non-existent and have caused concern and confusion to arriving pilgrims, 
> particularly if they don’t speak Spanish. The signs will be 
> multi-lingual.".
>
> I have to say that I think there is really no need for these signs.  I 
> looked upon the mystery of where is the Cathedral, once passing the sign 
> that stated I was in Santiago, as the last adventure of the Camino.  Both 
> of my Caminos had the longest daily trek entering Santiago.  I was so 
> tired and thirsty, and it seemed like forever walking to the Cathedral. 
> The first time I only knew basic Spanish, but anyone can surely learn 
> "Donde esta la Catedral?", and with your pilgrim garb, I assure you people 
> will know what you mean.  I cannot adequately describe the feeling of that 
> first glimpse when actually inside the city and being finally guided by 
> the spires.  I do not know why there is so much effort to make the Camino 
> too easy...perhaps it takes away some of the difficulties, but also takes 
> away some of the joys of discovery.
>
> Glenn 



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