Sarria: Gateway to Santiago de Compostela
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Sarria: Gateway to Santiago de Compostela

Sarria, 27600 Lugo, España6:060 listens
Sarria: Gateway to Santiago de Compostela
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About this Story

Explore the history of Sarria, the most popular starting point on the Camino de Santiago, located exactly 115km from Santiago. Discover the medieval town where King Alfonso IX died in 1230 during his pilgrimage, and learn why thousands of pilgrims begin their journey here each year.

Sarria: Gateway to Santiago de Compostela
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Sarria, 27600 Lugo, España

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