Codex Calixtinus

The Codex Calixtinus is a 12th-century manuscript from the medieval period, primarily associated with the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. It serves as a guide for pilgrims, detailing their journey and offering spiritual guidance, including sermons, miracles of St. James, and practical advice on travel. The manuscript is notable for its artistry and for being one of the first travel guides in Europe. It reflects the religious and cultural fervor of the time, highlighting the importance of pilgrimage in medieval society and the veneration of St. James, who was believed to be buried in Santiago.