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30 years of recognition for the Way
These days, in Santiago de Compostela, the celebrations do not stop, with # Fairway2017 just around the corner and to warm up engines, Camino lovers are lucky, as they can enjoy different acts and other activities related to the Camino.
And what is the reason for this celebration? Well, we suppose that we, more than anyone,we like to boast of Camino, but it is that in the eyes of Europe we are on an anniversary, since the Camino celebrates its 30th anniversary as European Cultural Route. The Camino its was the first of the Cultural Routes to be named as such by the European Council in 1987. These cultural routes, according to the European Council itself: "demonstrate, through a journey through the space and time, how the heritage of the different countries and cultures of Europe contributes to a shared and living cultural heritage. With this, we try to put in value the Heritage, history and culture, seeking mutual enrichment and awareness of a common European identity. Currently, there are 30 itineraries included in this category, many of them share the Spanish stage with the Camino.
Celebrating 30 years of such honor, and as it could not be otherwise, the city of Santiago de Compostela will host until next November 18, numerous activities such as seminars, congresses, concerts... A special program promoted by Tourism of Galicia has begun and its implementation on Monday October 23 with an official act. Also on the following day, on Tuesday, the delivery of the Camino de Santiago 2017 Awards took place, where the work of some sectors involved in the Camino de Santiago was recognized.
So, as you can see, between October and November there is a month where passionate / professionals of Camino will be able to enjoy all kinds of activities dedicated to them and with the route of pilgrimage towards Santiago as protagonist.
In addition to all these activities, do not forget what #Fairway2017 will also be held in this period, more specifically on 12, 13 and 14 November. This edition, like the last one, will also have Fairway City, where we will approach the streets of Santiago de Compostela, different workshops and other activities related to the Camino. Can you ask for more?
Do not hesitate, if the #CaminodeSantiago is your passion, Santiago de Compostela is your site these weeks!