People travel for many reasons. They may go out for fun, or maybe business. Whatever the reasons behind, these people go on a trip to witness or accomplish something. However, there are some people who search the world to strengthen their religious beliefs. These people will cross the miles to prove their faith and express the sacredness of their beliefs. These travelers have well considered their faith along with the important aspects of choosing a destination on their trip. Below are few of the pilgrimages which stand out the most.
Festivals are very important in India and Hinduism. The celebration happens during June or July every year in Puri. This city is located southeastern coast of India. Home of the 12th century roughhewn wooden statues which represents the incarnation of the Hindu Lord Krishna, his brother Balarama and his sister Subhadra, Puri has been a significant place in India for the Hindus. Every year, as many as 1 mllion faithful believers reenact the event and dragging the statues in massive chariots.
On a December day of 1531, a 50-year old peasant Juan Diego encountered the Virgin Mary who told him to build a church on the spot where they were standing. Juan relayed the message to the Bishop and they put up the Basilica of the Lady of Guadalupe. It was not possible at first because the bishop somehow doubted, but as the winter comes, the Virgin supplied lively fresh roses to Juan proving his claim.
As the only mountain n the world sacred to four religious groups, Sri Pada was one rising attraction for religious travelers. The modest cone typed peak on an island in Indian Ocean, you may find a depression of one big foot which is a yard wide and nearly two yards long. Buddhist believed the footprint belonged to Buddha; Hindus believes it belongs to god Shiva; Muslims believes Adam made it after he descended from heaven; and Catholics thinks the footprint belongs to St. Peter. Confusing but, definitely interesting.
Mecca is considered the holiest land for the Muslims. This is the place where the prophet Mohammed of Islam was born. It is hardly a vacation destination since there are times that weather is so unbearable. However, it is still a must-see destination fr every member of Islam. In fact, one of the five pillars of the religion requires a follower to attempt a hall or a pilgrimage in Mecca at least once in their lives.
This 200 years old wall is sometimes called the "wailing wall". This is all what remains only remains of Jerusalem Second Temple. For Jews, the walls signify God's presence. This is the reason why millions of People come from all corners of the world to visit this bimillennium wall.
- Jagannatha
Festivals are very important in India and Hinduism. The celebration happens during June or July every year in Puri. This city is located southeastern coast of India. Home of the 12th century roughhewn wooden statues which represents the incarnation of the Hindu Lord Krishna, his brother Balarama and his sister Subhadra, Puri has been a significant place in India for the Hindus. Every year, as many as 1 mllion faithful believers reenact the event and dragging the statues in massive chariots.
- Basilica of the Lady of Guadalupe
On a December day of 1531, a 50-year old peasant Juan Diego encountered the Virgin Mary who told him to build a church on the spot where they were standing. Juan relayed the message to the Bishop and they put up the Basilica of the Lady of Guadalupe. It was not possible at first because the bishop somehow doubted, but as the winter comes, the Virgin supplied lively fresh roses to Juan proving his claim.
- Sri Pada
As the only mountain n the world sacred to four religious groups, Sri Pada was one rising attraction for religious travelers. The modest cone typed peak on an island in Indian Ocean, you may find a depression of one big foot which is a yard wide and nearly two yards long. Buddhist believed the footprint belonged to Buddha; Hindus believes it belongs to god Shiva; Muslims believes Adam made it after he descended from heaven; and Catholics thinks the footprint belongs to St. Peter. Confusing but, definitely interesting.
- Mecca
Mecca is considered the holiest land for the Muslims. This is the place where the prophet Mohammed of Islam was born. It is hardly a vacation destination since there are times that weather is so unbearable. However, it is still a must-see destination fr every member of Islam. In fact, one of the five pillars of the religion requires a follower to attempt a hall or a pilgrimage in Mecca at least once in their lives.
- Western Wall
This 200 years old wall is sometimes called the "wailing wall". This is all what remains only remains of Jerusalem Second Temple. For Jews, the walls signify God's presence. This is the reason why millions of People come from all corners of the world to visit this bimillennium wall.