Cusco, Peru
14 January 2010
I am not certain who I am writing this for as our class has ended, but having spent a couple of weeks in Peru, I have discovered yet another set of fascinating pilgrimages, Christian and non-Christian (Semi-Christian?). One, centered on dates near my birthday as it happens, involves sending pilgrims, inadequately clothed and equipped, to elevations above 6,000 meters to get sacks of snow which are then delivered to the Plaza de Armas here in Cusco. Others involve more traditional and less arduous and dangerous treks. When I return to ole virginny I must do some research and post some pictures!
This began as a blog on the general topic of pilgrimage with postings including examples of pilgrimages, photos and musings on various matters related to that topic. It was abandoned in 2012. I am now Reviving it after abandoning tumblr. From January 2019 it will be more general with coverage of thoughts and travels, though pilgrimage will remain an important element.
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