There are important local Islamic pilgrimage practices throughout the Indonesian archipelago that hold deep cultural significance
The Great Demak Mosque (Masjid Agung Demak) FarisFitrianto - Shutterstock
St Francis of Assisi Frostyphotography - Shutterstock
Discover some of the most important routes linked to the life of Francis of Assisi. Along these routes his legacy comes alive
World Peace Pagoda at Lumbini Ata Giri - Shutterstock
Lumbini (Nepal) it is traditionally considered as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama –the prince who would later become the Buddha
Malta streets Courtesy of Visit Malta
A recognition of the island’s enduring spiritual connection to the Camino de Santiago and the wider Mediterranean network of pilgrimage routes
Medieval miniature by unknown artist Public Domain
The name itself, “St Michael’s Sword” refers to a supposed straight line connecting seven shrines dedicated to the Archangel in Europe and the Near East
Great Buddha Statue at Bodhgaya By Ineb-2553 - Own work, CC0
Bodh Gaya has long been a pilgrimage site for both Buddhists and Hindus. Its significance dates back to ancient times
Ta' Pinu Sanctuary, Malta D. E. - PilgriMaps
Malta offers a unique synthesis of everything a pilgrim seeks: spiritual awakening, historical immersion, physical challenge, and the joy of authentically shared human experiences
A very important Missal from East Anglia depicting St. Andrew By Unknown author - National Library of Wales
Soon enough, Andrew’s relics became venerated throughout the Christian world, and by the Early Middle Ages, devotion to him was widespread
Healing the sick, fresco by Domenico di Bartolo. Sala del Pellegrinaio (hall of the pilgrim), Hospital Santa Maria della Scala, Siena By Domenico di Bartolo - Public Domain
The development of this hospital network began in the 11th century, when pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela became tremendously popular.