Victor Turner describes pilgrimage in the Middle Ages. This made me think about my research paper topic in which I compared the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela of modern times and of the 14th century. Pilgrimages have been undertaken for years and much of the experience is very similar. Modern technology has aided in making the journey easier along with "slack packing". Some people do not walk to Santiago for religious purpose, but for the most part, pilgrims today still walk the Camino for religious reasons and they complete the journey the traditional way, by walking. There is a great sense of accomplishment that comes with achieving such a goal as completing a long pilgrimage across Spain. That feeling has stayed the same throughout the centuries.
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