The Way of Saint James, Spain

The Way of Saint James, Spain

Intangible Heritage

Sustainable Development Goal: Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Digital interpretation of the Camino de Santiago can promote sustainable tourism practices. Educational resources can highlight the importance of respecting local communities and the environment while supporting local businesses along the pilgrimage route. Hotspot: This hotspot would link to a webpage showcasing different routes of the Camino, practical information for pilgrims, and the cultural significance of this tradition. The page could also feature interviews with contemporary pilgrims and information about eco-friendly travel options.

Established organically through centuries of pilgrimage

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Middle Ages (origins can be traced back to the 9th century)

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English

Intangible

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28/03/2024

Camino de Santiago: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camino_de_Santiago

cm x cm x cm

https://www.caminodesantiago.gal/es

current,42°27'32.40" N,-5° 52' 58.80" W;

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The Camino de Santiago, also known by the English names Way of St. James, St. James's Way, St. James's Path, St. James's Trail, Route of Santiago de Compostela, and Road to Santiago, is the name of any of the pilgrimage routes (most commonly the Camino Francés or French route) to the shrine of the apostle St. James the Great in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia in northwestern Spain, where tradition has it that the remains of the saint are buried.

1923