Neha Mewari | April 23, 2025
Mecca is the holiest city in Islam. Every year, millions of Muslims travel here to perform Hajj, a sacred pilgrimage that is one of the five pillars of Islam.
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Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Located on the banks of the Ganges, it’s a sacred place for Hindus to pray, bathe, and seek salvation.
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Home to St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City is the spiritual center for Catholics. Pilgrims come here to receive blessings and witness the heart of Christianity.
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Bodh Gaya is where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. It’s a deeply peaceful site and a major pilgrimage spot for Buddhists.
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Lourdes is famous for its healing waters. Pilgrims from around the world come here in hope of physical and spiritual healing through faith and prayer.
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Located in Amritsar, the Golden Temple is the most sacred place for Sikhs. It stands for equality, peace, and the divine light that shines on everyone.
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Mount Kailash is sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon. Though hard to reach, it’s believed that one circle around the mountain cleanses your soul.
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Pilgrims walk the famous “Camino de Santiago” to reach this Spanish city. It’s said that the remains of Saint James, an apostle of Jesus, are buried here.
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The Shikoku Pilgrimage includes 88 temples linked to the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi. Many walk or cycle this peaceful route for reflection and renewal.
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In Beijing, the Temple of Heaven is where emperors prayed for good harvests. Today, it draws visitors seeking harmony, balance, and spiritual connection.
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