Religious Travel: Top 10 Best Pilgrimage Spots In The World

There are plenty of pilgrimage spots in the world. All religions having the best pilgrimage spots in various countries. Almost every religion in the world recognizes the spirituality of travel. Some places are the birthplace of God, while some are the centre of religious leaders and some are simply beautiful places to worship. Here we look at the top 10 best pilgrimage spots in the world.

1. VATICAN CITY.

It’s an independent state since 1929. It is the home of the Pope, the leader of the catholic church since 1378. Vatican City is one of the best pilgrimage spots in the world for the Roman Catholic Church.

2. LUMBINI.

It is said that Lord Buddha has been born in a garden in Lumbini, Nepal in 623 BC. Lumbini attracts lots of pilgrims and became the best pilgrimage spot for Buddhists.

3. MECCA.

This is the most visited pilgrimage place in the world. This is the holiest place in Islam and millions of Muslims visit Mecca, called te Hajj. At this place where, Muhammad, the prophet who founded Islam, was born.

4. WITTENBERG.

This is the birthplace of the protestant reformation. In 1517, Martin Luther started a protest against the catholic church. Wittenberg, in Germany, is the best pilgrimage spot for protestants.

5. GOLDEN TEMPLE.

This is the best and most visited pilgrimage spot in India. This is the holiest place of worship for Sikhs. Within the temple, there is a dining hall where around 3500 needy people are served food by volunteers.

6. BADRINATH.

This is the most important site of the Char Dham, the four Hindu pilgrimage centres. This is a sacred place of the God Vishnu. This place is also among the top pilgrimage spots in the world.

7. SHRINE OF THE BAB.

It is located in Mount Carmel and it is located in Israel. It is the burial place of Bab, the founder of the Baha’i faith. It’s the most visited pilgrimage spot in Israel.

8. WESTERN WALL.

Temple was destroyed twice by Babylonians and Romans. Subsequently, the remaining Western Wall became a place of worship and the most visited pilgrimage spot in Israel.

9. PALITANA.

In the holy city of palatine, Shatrunjay hill is an important place of worship in Jainism. This place is the best pilgrimage spot in India for Jains.

10. SRI PADA.

This is the best religious spot for four major religious groups. Everyone will appreciate the beauty of the holy mountain Sri pada. All four different religions, Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus, and Christians Consider this spot worthy of pilgrimage.