Discover how to prepare body and mind for a long Camino, training for repetition, preventing blisters, and using mental contrasting
Preparing for a pilgrimage means training monshtein - Shutterstock
Traditional Spanish pintxos barmalini - Shutterstock
Discover the history of Basque pintxos, from the Gilda to txikiteo, through taverns, cuadrillas, culinary tradition, and miniature haute cuisine
Mural painting of El Cid in Cardeñajimeno (Burgos) By Zarateman - Own work, CC0
Discover the legend of El Cid as a pilgrim, his supposed journey to Santiago, and how the Camino turned Rodrigo Díaz into an epic, almost sacred hero
Fresh made portion of Pimientos de Padron HandmadePictures - Shutterstock
Discover the history of Padrón peppers and Pemento de Herbón PDO, from the Americas to Galicia, with Atlantic flavor and a spicy surprise
Walking in nature is one of most effective antidotes against rumiation DimaBerlin - Shutters
Discover what happens in the brain when we walk in nature: reduced rumination, restored attention, and the mental freedom many pilgrims recognize
Stepping away from a problem for a period of time increases the likelihood of solving it compared to continuing to stare at it PeopleImages - Shutterstock
Discover why walking and stepping away can help solve problems, through cognitive psychology, creative incubation, and the pilgrim’s experience
A cup of hibiscus tea in front of the pyramids of Giza Melnikov Dmitriy - Shutterstock
History, traditions, and properties of Egyptian karkadè: from Nubian origins to the fields of Aswan, the hibiscus tea that tells Egypt’s story in a glass
Hindu holy men and pilgrims takes a dip during the Shahi Snan (grand bath) at kumbh mela in Allahabad Uttar Pradesh India arun sambhu mishra - Shutterstock
Explore different forms of pilgrimage worldwide, from the Maha Kumbh Mela to the Camino de Santiago, and the cultural grammars of sacred walking
Slowness is necessary for experiencing awe Unai Huizi Photography - Shutterstock
Discover how awe during walking or pilgrimage can improve well-being, expand the perception of time, and encourage generosity