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Holy Door at St. Peter's Basilica is opened every 25 years ReoromART - Shutterstock

The Holy Door: The meaning of crossing the threshold

When the ceremonial hammer strikes the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica, it will signal more than the opening of a physical gateway. It will represent a symbolic path toward…

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From Myra to Italy: The historical odyssey of Saint Nicholas

StoriesDecember 3, 2024

The real Santa Claus tomb in Bari is a significant pilgrimage destination, drawing visitors worldwide to the Basilica di San Nicola.

Ávila will be a Human Rights Friendly City Sonia Bonet - Shutterstock

Ávila on the Path to Human Rights

StoriesNovember 29, 2024

Avila will soon be recognized as a Human Rights Friendly City, in connection with the Route to Human Rights on the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela.

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The Great Mosque of Tlemcen: A Landmark of Sufism and Islamic Art

StoriesNovember 29, 2024

Situated in the historic city of Tlemcen in northwestern Algeria, the Great Mosque of Tlemcen is a remarkable expression of Islamic architectural splendor.

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A Pilgrimage Through Paris: Europe’s “Spiritual Capital”

StoriesNovember 26, 2024

Known as the City of Light, Paris also stands as a symbolic “spiritual capital” of Europe—a city where diverse religious traditions converge in a complex yet harmonious tapestry.

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The Camino Maltés: Where Malta Meets Compostela

StoriesNovember 22, 2024

The Camino de Santiago extended its reach to the Mediterranean with the relatively recent inclusion of the Camino Maltés.

Sculpture of Saint Theresa of Jesus in front of the medieval walls of old town of Ávila Juan Garcia Hinojosa - Shutterstock

Teresa of Ávila and Her Pilgrim’s Staff

StoriesNovember 19, 2024

Teresa de Jesus founded more than 20 convents, traveling long distances under harsh conditions, with a staff as her constant companion

Typical walking staffs carried by pilgrims Thomas Nuehnen - Shutterstock

The pilgrim’s staff: a trusted companion on the Way of St. James

StoriesNovember 12, 2024

From very early times, the staff was considered an indispensable part of the pilgrim’s equipment

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Malta’s Christian legacy: From Paul’s shipwreck to modern pilgrimage

StoriesNovember 8, 2024

Today, Malta is renowned for its collection of Christian sites, pilgrimage routes, and religious festivals