The Long and Dusty Road to Rocío ~ BanderasRojas

After walking, driving, and/or riding for most of four days and 78 km (47 miles), Lola, Albert and Alex, Lola's son Javier, Lola's brother, and the assorted other pilgrims arrived safely in Rocío Saturday afternoon, partied their hearts out Saturday night, and then began to pay their respects Sunday to the Virgin of Rocío. I think the pilgrims will all depart Rocío Tuesday or Wednesday. Since I am no pilgrim, Lola, Albert, and Javier very kindly have taken photos and shared them along the way. I'm glad I didn't make that long, dusty trek; tapas with las guapas Friday night was so much more relaxing (and clean). But, from the photos, it would be an amazing event to witness. And the music and dancing look joyous. Maybe San Geraldo and I should take Flamenco lessons.