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Pilgrim Altar

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Pilgrim Altar

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    July 23, 2025

    Just before reaching Ponte de Lima on the Portuguese Way, a small altar leaning against a tree invites you to pause. Surrounding it are messages of all kinds—some funny, some moving, all with the soul of a pilgrim.

    The generous tree offers shade and shelter. It's the perfect place to take a deep breath, recharge your batteries, and refill your bottle before continuing on your journey.

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      June 18, 2022

      I call it a pilgrim's altar, which is presented just before Ponte de Lima on the Caminho Portugues: Many stones with sayings, scallop shells and everything else that the pilgrims could do without.

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        here lies so much hope, love, sadness, wishes... very poignant

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          Location: Facha, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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