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Why do religious people go on pilgrimage?

Feel connected to the worldwide community who shares their faith

PILGRIMAGE SITES

What is the difference between a tourist and a pilgrim?

Deepen their connection with God

To seek forgiveness

Bethlem
Lourdes
Mecca
Western Wall
Amritsar

To seek healing
To ask for something

Reflection / Growth

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What does a pilgrimage to Varanasi involve?

PILGRIMAGE

Millions of pilgrims visit Varanasi in order to purify themselves spiritually by bathing in the River Ganges at sunrise.

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Is pilgrimage
essential for Hindus?