Photos

 Posted by VQT

Even with rain and cold we managed to take a few photos   

Massive tree at entrance to Triacastela.  Our Guidebook doesn’t say how old the tree is but a google search found information that the tree is 850 years old.  It’s become a tradition to stop here for a photo. 
  
Cute fat puppy.  
Smallest church on Camino.  
Hard to read but tells about the small church.  
Side of an old church.  
Interesting construction with curved boards.  
Front of old church.  

Comments

  1. Cheryl PerryMay 24, 2022 at 4:47 PM

    Looks like a sweet little place and the chubby puppy is adorable. So much to see and admire. Nearly there ladies! It's even exciting from here at my desk!

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  2. AnonymousMay 25, 2022 at 9:35 AM

    Wow, what an amazing tree! I LOVE that tree!! Pamela

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  3. Kim GibsonMay 27, 2022 at 7:55 AM

    Love it

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  4. MarkMay 30, 2022 at 9:08 AM

    The 'interesting' siding and front of the old church are especially beautiful. I need to work these into some of my VaHi renovations!

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