World Heritage Site: Routes of Santiago de Compostela: Camino Francés and Routes of Northern Spain
Publication Year: 2014
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE6D17224D3F
Summary
A diverse group of contemporary pilgrims undertaking the Camino Francés to Santiago de Compostela reveals that the journey transforms lives by pushing travelers out of their comfort zones, fostering personal growth, and addressing physical or mental challenges. The study captures this transformation through interviews, video diaries, and expert insights from scholars, priests, health professionals, and hostel volunteers, providing a multifaceted perspective on the Camino's historical significance and its enduring impact on pilgrims' lives.
Citation
Walter, B. J. (2014). Walking the Camino. Educational Media Reviews Online, 16(12). https://doi.org/10.59236/emro.v16i12a5937
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