Milestones: Insights Along the PilgrimageThe distance seems a bit stretched out, maybe because of the rain at the start, making it feel longer. As we walk, there are small villages as daily milestones, major cities as intermediate goals, and Santiago as the ultimate destination. It feels like I'm losing sight of the simple joy of achieving daily goals. Instead, I find myself fixating solely on ..

The Curse of Asphalt and Hasty Success I walked on the asphalt today. It was smooth, and we reached our destination by 10:20 am, the quickest time yet. As I travled, I felt a connection, like something from the webtoon "Sound of Magic" I read came to mind. In the story, a boy was portrayed as having everything he desired on the asphalt. He could achieve his aspirations swiftly, yet it led to a s..

Embracing the Journey: 17 Days In and Counting It's been 17 days already on this journey, which is incredible. I've spent a lot of time exploring Europe, and there's still over 30 days left. I've been on an incredible journey, taking it all in stride. Most of my friends back in Korea envy my journey. They lack the time, money, or motivation to travel extensively. I entered mandatory military ser..

Legend and Lore: Origins of Santiago de Compostela Santiago de Compostela, located in the northwest region of Spain, is one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations in the world and holds a rich and storied history. Here's an overview: Legendary Origins: The history of Santiago de Compostela traces back to the legend of St. James the Apostle. According to tradition, after St. James was martyre..

Navigating the Way: Resources for Pilgrims The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, northwestern Spain. While there isn't a single map that encompasses the entire Camino de Santiago due to its numerous routes, variations, and start..

Room of Spirit and Time I gazed at the Milky Way, Its beauty overwhelming. Yet, it was all just a dream… I must see that today. The setting, the conditions, everything was perfect. I feel myself growing bolder with each passing day. Today’s journey felt like stepping into the Room of Spirit and Time from Dragon Ball, filled with patience. Honestly, I could understand why many people skip this ro..

Reflecting on Camino Farewells Leaving the festival village behind, it's back on the Camino. When I began this journey, I heard a story about someone retracing their steps to reunite with a missed loved one after reaching Santiago. Now, that story makes perfect sense. There were these tow American guys whom I didn't really interact with much; we'd just exchange greetings whenever we crossed path..

The Festive Spirit of Santiago de Compostela Northern Spain is rich in cultural heritage and boasts a variety of festivals throughout the year. Here are a few notable ones: San Fermín (Running of the Bulls): Perhaps one of the most famous festivals in Spain, San Fermín takes place in Pamplona, Navarre. It begins on July 6th and lasts for nine days. The highlight of the festival is the running of..

Contemplating Human Endeavor at Burgos Cathedral The sunlight, wind, music, landscape, fullness, people - everything's just perfect. I'm not sure I'll ever experience this feeling again. It's like another dimension of happiness, beyond just human pleasure. Let's just savor it. Putting this feeling into words is really tough. I hope I can etch it into my memory and summon it whenever I need... Go..

Small Goals, Big Victories The weather was gloomy, but it was perfect for a walk! Let's focus on the positive. Walking in the rain sounds like a good idea. Today's journey spans 30km. I've realized that instead of being afraid of long distances, it's better to take one step at a time. No matter how far or how challenging the path may seem, consistent progress leads to reaching our goals eventual..