What is the historical importance of Santiago de Compostela?

The story of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is intertwined with the history of Christianity. After Jesus' resurrection, St. James became the leader of the church in Jerusalem. read more

Santiago de Compostela is important due to the fact that the body of the Apostle James was buried there. In the 8th century when it was re-discovered, the Pope declared that all who make a spiritual pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela will receive special graces. read more

Detail from church in Santiago de Compostela (Lori Erickson photo) The story of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is intertwined with the history of Christianity. After Jesus’ resurrection, St. James became the leader of the church in Jerusalem. read more

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Spain Christian legends tell that St. James the Elder, one of the twelve apostles of Christ, had traveled widely on the Iberian Peninsula, bringing Christianity to the Celtic peoples. read more