Last days in Santiago

Although rain was predicted, we had two dry, sunny days in Santiago to relax and just take in the history of the city. As we strolled the streets, we bumped into other pilgrims we'd seen along the way: the 2 guys from Detroit, one who is eternally grateful that I told him about walking backwards downhill; the two German women who arrived two days after us and Craig, the Australian who had also slowed his pace towards the end. And our Norwegian friends with their granddaughter. Because of stomach troubles they had had to take the train from Pontevedra, but otherwise, this almost-six-year-old, walked the whole way from Porto. 

Of course, statues of Santiago are all over this city and certainly all over the cathedral. We did see two of Santiago as  the Moor slayer (Matamoros), inside the cathedral

 And outside on the top of a university building across the square.....

We loved having tapas at Do Bispo. Here's a sampling of their display. 

Last night we we went out for dinner to a restaurant on San Pedro, with Lanzada and here children. Among other treats, had fabulous pulpo:

And then it was time to say goodbye. Lanzada's son took this photo and her daughter photo bombed it. 

So now we're on our way back to Montpellier. And as a matter of interest to those who walk with walking sticks, Ryanair will check them FREE as stowed baggage as they are not allowed through security. I imagine other airlines do the same. 

On to Rome!