[Gocamino] Random pilgrims statistics to chat about on a cold day in winter

[Johnnie Walker]

Pope's visit:
 
During the week before the Papal visit, 3,425 pilgrims were recieved in the Pilgrims' Office
During the week of the Papal visit 1 - 7 November 2,326 pilgrims were recieved
On the day of the Pope's visit the office was closed in the afternoon due to security - 42 pilgrims were recieved.
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Pilgrims travelling in wheel chairs
 
In 2007 7 Compostelas were issued to pilgrims who travelled using a wheelchair. This rose to 39 in 2008 and a further 39 arrived in 2009. In 2010 49 people have arrived in wheelchairs so far.
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Sarria seems to be a summer departure point
 
In August 15,544 pilgrims set off from Sarria
This number reduced to 7,297 by October
and fell to 675 in the first week of November
 
Best regards
 
John 
www.johnniewalker-santiago.blogspot.com