Pilgrimage signifies a sacred journey undertaken by individuals to holy sites, often driven by religious devotion, spiritual growth, or personal reflection....
A pilgrimage is a journey, typically a long one, made to a sacred place or shrine of importance to a person's beliefs, often as an act of religious devotion.
Motivations include seeking spiritual enlightenment, atonement for sins, expressing devotion, fulfilling a vow, healing, or gaining a deeper connection to their faith and heritage.
Well-known examples include the Hajj to Mecca (Islam), the Camino de Santiago (Christianity), the Char Dham Yatra (Hinduism), and journeys to Bodh Gaya (Buddhism).
Pilgrimages can offer spiritual solace, personal transformation, a sense of community, cultural immersion, and a deepened understanding of one's faith and the world.