Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (France) - A Charming Medieval Pilgrimage Town of Camino de Santiago (4K) скачать в хорошем качестве

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (France) - A Charming Medieval Pilgrimage Town of Camino de Santiago (4K)

🌟 Discover Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port: The Historic Gateway to the Camino de Santiago 🇫🇷 Welcome to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the medieval gem nestled in France’s Basque Country and the legendary starting point of the Camino Francés! In this video, we dive into the rich history of this UNESCO-listed town and its centuries-old role as a pilgrimage hub for travelers embarking on the Camino de Santiago. 📜 A Town Steeped in History: Origins: Founded in the 12th century by the Navarrese King Sancho the Strong, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (meaning "Saint John at the Foot of the Pass") was built as a fortress town to guard the strategic Roncevaux Pass through the Pyrenees. Medieval Role: A key stop on the Route de Napoléon, it thrived as a trading hub and defensive stronghold during the Hundred Years’ War and Wars of Religion. Its cobblestone streets and ramparts still whisper tales of knights and merchants. Pilgrimage Legacy: By the Middle Ages, it became a critical gathering point for pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago. The town’s Porte St-Jacques (St. James’ Gate) marks where travelers began their spiritual journey to Santiago de Compostela. UNESCO Recognition: Part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela World Heritage Site, its history is preserved in landmarks like the Citadelle and the Gothic Église Notre-Dame-du-Bout-du-Pont. 🚶 Why Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Matters: For over 1,000 years, this town has welcomed pilgrims crossing the Pyrenees into Spain. Whether you’re walking the Camino or exploring its cobblestone streets, you’ll feel the magic of history in every step. #saintjeanpieddeport #basquecountry #caminodesantiago __________________________________________ Check out our blog to know more about Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port - link available soon _________________________________ Music: Fleeting Memory Artist: SergePavkinMusic License: Content License of Pixabay available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/ _________________________________ DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:    / traveldiaryofafightingcouple   Remember to turn on notifications by clicking on the 🔔! _________________________________ Blog: https://www.traveldiaryofafightingcou... Instagram:   / traveldiaryofafightingcouple   Facebook:   / traveldiaryofafightingcouple   TikTok:   / thefightingcoupletravels   See you guys for new adventures!