By Kontiki To Lourdes Day 03 June 03 2019

Our Spiritual Journey to Lourdes Our visit to Lourdes turned out to be one of the most moving and spiritual experiences of our European journey. Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Lourdes is world famous as a Christian pilgrimage site visited by millions every year. It became sacred after a young girl, Saint Bernadette…

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By Kontiki To Lourdes Day 04 June 04 2019

Soon after breakfast — and after cleaning the chalet thoroughly to Meera’s exacting standards — we set off on yet another long drive, this time covering 446 kilometres towards the vibrant city of Barcelona in Spain. The journey took us around six hours, with beautiful scenery along the way as we crossed the border and…

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By Kontiki To Lourdes Day 05 June 05 2019

Our second day in Barcelona was dedicated to exploring this vibrant and colourful Mediterranean city, famous for its stunning architecture, lively streets, beautiful beaches, and rich Catalan culture. After breakfast at the campsite, we made our way by tram into the city centre — a comfortable half-hour journey covering around 20 kilometres. Travelling by public…

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