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Wonderful things to see in Padua

Home to the world’s first botanical gardens, a centre of learning as well as destination for devout pilgrims for centuries and a medieval city-state, the art city of Padua is

A simple guide on responsible travel

Undertaking a pilgrimage is not only a meaningful and spiritual experience for oneself but also an opportunity to practice responsible travel. As pilgrims journey to classic pilgrimage destinations such as

Top 5 things to do and see on your Pilgrimage to Avila

The city of Avila has been a center of religious devotion since the Medieval Ages, due to its sacred shrines, as well as being home to Saint Teresa de Jesus,

2025: Centenary of the Beatification of Bernadette Soubirous

2025 is a very special year for pilgrims to Rome as we celebrate the Jubilee of Hope but also in Lourdes, as the Shrine celebrates an important highlight: the centenary

“Well done, good and faithful servant” – Very Rev Fr Michael Toomey on Pope Francis

Very Rev Fr Michael Toomey reflects on Pope Francis and his time in Rome for his funeral.

Special Places: Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

As Camino pilgrims reach Monte do Gozo, the Mount of Joy, they can catch a first glimpse of their destination: the magnificent Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. This place marks the

What is the story of St Bernadette?

"If one dream should fall and break into a thousand pieces… never be afraid to pick one of those pieces up and begin again. That’s the beauty of being alive…

8 beautiful day trips from Fatima

Fatima, in Portugal, is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations, receiving millions of pilgrims and visitors each year. If you're spending more than just a brief time in the

Special Places: Hungarian Stations of the Cross in Fatima

Elsa from the Joe Walsh Tours team in Fatima, Portugal, shares the history and significance of the Hungarian Stations of the Cross at the shrine. The Hungarian Stations of the

Ireland in Rome: a map of religious and historic connections

The Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See has published a beautiful map of religious and historic connections of Ireland in Rome, to celebrate the Jubilee and working with members

Feast of St Patrick: history and traditions

St Patrick's Day, also called the Feast of Saint Patrick, 17th March, is a Catholic feast day that commemorates St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, on the date that is

Decree on Plenary Indulgence in Medjugorje

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje has been granted a great blessing from the Church for the Jubilee Year of Hope 2025. Pilgrims to the parish church of St James the Apostle in

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8 Beautiful Shrines of Europe

Pilgrims have travelled across Europe and the world for many centuries, visiting sacred relics and the resting place of saints. Today we introduce you to some of the most beautiful

5 Beautiful shrines of France

Let us take you on a virtual journey to the most beautiful shrines of France, a journey of spirituality visiting the country's most special sites of Catholic devotion. LISIEUX In

Special Places: Montserrat Monastery

Mount Montserrat, Catalonia's Sacred Mountain, is distinguished for its iconic needle-shaped peaks and rocky formations, sculpted over millions of years by natural erosion; and creating a landscape unlike any other.

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