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Old Feb 27th, 2008, 05:07 PM
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Scallop shells in Brussels' pavement?
Does anyone know the significance of the scallop shells embedded in the pavement at various locations in Brussels?
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Old Feb 27th, 2008, 05:24 PM
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I recall hearing that it had some connection to Saint Jacques.
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The scallop shell is the traditional symbol for St. James, used by pilgrims on the route to Santiago de Compostela
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scallop
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