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PILGRIMAGE
CENTRES IN ASIA
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INTRODUCTION• In a world of gadgets and instant
gratification, a pilgrimage seems like an archaic concept. Something lifted from the pages of a medieval text, perhaps. But as increasing numbers of us seek refuge from the demands of modern life and its electronic distractions, venturing into the wilderness in search of spirituality has never seemed more appealing.
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• The Way of St James, France• Mecca, Saudi Arabia• Glastonbury Tor to Stonehenge, UK• Madonna del Ghisallo, Italy • Kumano Kodō, Japan• The Lagoons of Huaringas, Peru• Adams peak ,srilanka• Mount Kailash, Tibet• Char Dham, India
WHAT WE HAVE TO SEE NOW..
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The Way of St James, France
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A series of signs guide travellers along the pilgrimage route Thinkstock / sollafune
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• The Way of St James is arguably one of the most famous pilgrimage routes in Europe, with over 100,000 people undertaking the journey to Santiago de Compostela, the resting place of St James, every year.
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The most popular route is the so-called ‘French Way’. Beginning in the southern French town of Saint-Jean-Pied-De-Port, pilgrims cross the Pyrenees through Lower Navarre, and proceed through northern Spain to the iconic cathedral.
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• The long stretch weaves its way between picturesque towns and vast cornfields. Accommodation takes the form of basic, family-run hostels dotted along the route. The journey takes around three weeks in total.
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NEXT WE GO TO MECCA…………
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•The sacred Masjid al-Haram mosque in MeccaThinkstock / Zurijeta
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• Unfortunately it is strictly prohibited for non-Muslims to enter the holy city of Mecca. However, Medina, the second holiest city in Islam and burial place of the prophet Muhammad, does allow non-Muslims to enter, though certain areas remain restricted.
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SANCTUARY OF ATOTONILCO, MEXICO
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• The ceiling of the Atotonilco draws comparisons with the Sistine ChapelCreative Commons / Patrick Denker
• Known colloquially as the Sistine Chapel of Mexico, this church and popular pilgrimage site is an intense mix of beauty and brutality. The chapel’s spectacular ceiling, which took artist Antonio Martínez de Pocasangre over 30 years to complete, depicts – in rather gruesome detail – images of Jesus Christ being beaten and tortured, and has consequently led to the chapel becoming a pilgrimage site for those who engage in religious penance.
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For 33 weeks of the year, people make the long journey to engage in spiritual exercises of Ignatius of Loyola, which include mortification of the flesh through flagellation and fasting. Over 5,000 people visit the chapel each week.
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NEXT WE GO TO
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Glastonbury Tor to Stonehenge, UK
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Pagan traditions envelop these two mystical sites in the heart of the English countryside. A journey to the summit of Glastonbury Tor, a hill on which stands the roofless Grade I-listed St Michaels Tower, is said to lead the pilgrim on a journey of rebirth, returning from the journey as a new person. While this transformation may not be a guarantee, the unimpaired view of the Somerset countryside has many pilgrims flocking to the summit each summer
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• Within ambling distance from The Tor lies the remarkable Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that’s thought to have been constructed as early as 2600 BC. The stone circle has long been the site of ceremonies for neopagans and druids. Time your journey right and you could join the 20,000-strong crowds who gather each June to celebrate the summer solstice.
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MADONNA DEL GHISALLO, ITALY
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A statue outside the church honours cyclistsCreative Commons / tetedelacourseAlong with an incredible collection of memorabilia, the chapel also burns an eternal flame for cyclists who have lost their lives competing in the sport.
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The Ride To The Site From The Nearby Tourist Town Of Bellagio
Is Suitably Challenging, Being Around 10.6km In
Length And Climbing 552 Meters.
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KUMANO KODŌ, JAPAN
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• The Kumano Kodōcriss-crosses through the Japanese mountainsThinkstock / Miriam Polito
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THE LAGOONS OF HUARINGAS, PERU
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•Shaman are revered for their mystic healing powersCreative Commons / PelleSten
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The 14 ponds and lakes of the Huaringas in Peru are a popular pilgrimage for those searching spiritual healing from the sacred Shaman or Witch Doctors that reside in the area. These ‘teachers’ perform ceremonies to those who are facing ills, often using Ayahuasca, a hallucinogenic drink, which it’s claimed cures everything from depression to the common cold.
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Pilgrims who have made the journey to visit the Shaman are inducted into special ceremonies. First, the weary traveller visits the lakes to bathe in icy waters which are said to absorb diseases and restore positive energy.
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This is followed by a more intimate ceremony that takes
place at midnight in the home of the ‘teacher’. In a half conscious
state the Shaman uses his invisible power of healing to cure
all participants of their woes. Booking through tour operators is
advised.
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ADAMS PEAK
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NEXT WE GO TO ADAMS PEAK
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ADAM’S PEAK, SRI LANKA
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• The incredible view from Adam's peakCreative Commons / titom666
• Cast into a rock atop this verdant peak is said to be the sacred footprint of Buddha. Competing claims are made by other faiths; Muslims say the impression is the first footstep of Adam (of Eve fame), Hindus believe it was made by Shiva.
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• Whoever it belongs to, this stunning summit in central Sri Lanka attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. Most climb in the cool of night, taking breaks from the steep ascent at one of the many tea shops en route. Time it right and visitors can watch a stunning sunrise over Sri Lanka before checking out the mystery footprint.
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MOUNT KAILASH, TIBET
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• The perilous northern face of KailashThinkstock / Koonyongyut
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Officially, walking around the holy mountain has to be done on foot, pony or yak, which takes most travellers three days. Nobody has ever reached the summit of the holy Mountain, and while the path circling Kailash is widely used, it is strictly forbidden to attempt the climb.
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CHAR DHAM, INDIA
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•Picturesque Pamban Bridge connects Rameswaram to mainland India
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•Char Dham is th e ultimate pilgrimage for those looking to embark on a journey of cultural discovery.
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The Char Dahm, Widely Revered By Hindus, Is A Pilgrimage Route That Leads People To The Four Sacred Sites Of India
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• The journey of 6,276km is a test both physically and mentally, and unlike many of the pilgrimages on the list, it requires travel by foot, motor vehicle and train.
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EFFORTS TAKEN BY
SP.BLAJI RAVINDRANATH
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