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The Camino Portugues: From Lisbon and Porto to Santiago – Central, Coastal and Spiritual Caminos
Guidebook describing the Camino Portugues (Portuguese Way) from Lisbon in Portugal to Santiago in Spain. At over 600km this is a long walk requiring good general fitness, but no specialist equipment is required. This guidebook covers the Central Camino, starting from Lisbon, Porto or Tui, the Coastal Camino between Porto or Vigo, and the Spiritual Variant scenic route from Pontevedra to Redondela. It also describes link routes that can be used to swap from one route to another.Since 1211 Santiago de Compostela has been a place of holy pilgrimage, and the Camino Portugues is the second most travelled pilgrim route after the Camino Francรฉs. It is a journey that takes in four UNESCO World Heritage Areas: the Knights Templar Castle at Tomar, Portugal`s oldest University at Coimbra, and the old towns of Porto and Santiago. It culminates at the famous cathedral at Santiago de Compostela.The book contains detailed route guidance and maps, and information about historic and religious sites passed along the way. It is packed with essential information for pilgrims, with advice on getting there, when to go, accommodation and equipment. There are also background notes on St James, the beginnings of Santiago de Compostela, and the history of the Camino itself.An indispensable facilities table showing the availability of accommodation, refreshment, supermarkets, ATMs and pharmacies along the route, and a handy glossary make this the complete guide to the Camino.