Modern travelers can trace Paul’s first journey across Turkey using appropriate transportation, blending archaeological exploration with historical discovery.
Roman remains at Tarsus, the Birthplace of St Paul MDart10 - Shutterstock
Lahmacun, Turkish bread Esin Deniz - Shutterstock
Lahmacun, a beloved Middle Eastern and Anatolian flatbread, has long been a favorite among travelers and pilgrims alike
Famous Cleopatra Gate at Mersin (Tarsus) daphnusia images - Shutterstock
Tarso’s rich past and evocative atmosphere make it an unmissable destination for those drawn to history, mythology, and spirituality
The Pontifical Basilica di San Nicola. St. Nicholas' Tomb in the crypt Kumpel - Shutterstock
The real Santa Claus tomb in Bari is a significant pilgrimage destination, drawing visitors worldwide to the Basilica di San Nicola.
Göbekli Tepe Oktay Altay - Shutterstock
According to some scholars, this Neolithic archaeological place could be the first pilgrimage site in history
Seven ancient Hellenistic cities in modern Turkey, where early Christians would read the prophetic words of the Book of Revelation.
This literally apocalyptic journey is indeed a revelation: it is religious pilgrimage, but also an all-round sensory experience
Contrary to popular belief, which often equates the apocalypse with cataclysmic destruction, the book aims at revealing divine mysteries
The apostle Paul referenced Laodicea in his Epistle to the Colossians, highlighting its early Christian community.