An international research team has made a groundbreaking discovery by likely confirming the identity of remains believed to belong to Bishop Teodomiro, the 9th-century cleric credited with discovering the tomb of St. James the Apostle. This finding not only sheds light on the life of one of the most significant figures associated with the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela but also provides new insights into the early medieval period in Spain. Walking the footsteps of ancestors, the ancient pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago Jesus’ Birthplace And The Holy Land’s Ancient Pilgrimage Routes The Historical Significance of Bishop Teodomiro Bishop Teodomiro of Iria-Flavia, a town now known as Padrón in Spain, is a pivotal figure in the history of Santiago de Compostela. According to historical accounts, between 820 and 830 AD, a hermit named Pelayo witnessed a miraculous shower of stars descending upon a field. This celestial event led to the discovery of an ancient mausoleum, which Pelayo reported to Bishop Teodomiro. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyFamous PeopleRead Later