Meaning of Compostela | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Ellipsis of Santiago de Compostela: a city in Galicia, Spain, a major Christian pilgrimage site.
   abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis
2. A certificate of accomplishment given to pilgrims on completing an official route on the pilgramage to Camino de Santiago.

Examples

“Pilgrims arriving in Santiago de Compostela who have walked at least the last 100 km (62 mi), or cycled 200 km (120 mi) to get there (as indicated on their credencial), and who state that their motivation was at least partially religious, are eligible for the compostela from the Pilgrim's Office in Santiago.”

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