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What is the Botafumeiro and when can I see it?

What is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is an impressive ‘censer’ or thurible that measures 1.50 metres and weighs 53kg and one of the most striking rituals at the Cathedral of

11 interesting facts about Lourdes

The town of Lourdes in France is known the world over as a pilgrimage destination, today we introduce you to 11 interesting facts about Lourdes you might not know about

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.

Joe Walsh Tours 2023 pilgrimage programme

At Joe Walsh Tours we are delighted to announce our 2023 pilgrimage programme, departing to the beautiful shrines of Fatima, Lourdes, Medjugorje, and Italy, as well as departures to the

10 Interesting facts about Fatima

Learn with Joe Walsh Tours 10 interesting facts about Fatima, “the city of peace” and an extraordinary place of Christian pilgrimage: 1- Fatima has a population of 10.369 inhabitants. 2

Special Places: Jerusalem

One of the most beautiful destinations during our Pilgrimage to the Holy Land is Jerusalem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, considered sacred by Christians but also by pilgrims

Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska: The Divine Mercy Message

“Love endures everything, love is stronger than death, love fears nothing” - Saint Faustina Kowalska Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska was a Catholic nun born in Glogowiec, Poland, on August 25,

11 interesting facts about Medjugorje

Are you about to go on a pilgrimage to Medjugorje, a beautiful city of peace and renewal? In this blog we are going to tell you 11 interesting facts about

Our accommodation in Medjugorje

Medjugorje, a village in Bosnia-Herzegovina, is one of our most popular pilgrimages and a lifetime experience for all devout Catholics. At Joe Walsh Tours we want to make sure our

Things to see on your pilgrimage to Cascia

Located in the Italian Province of Perugia in Umbria, Cascia is important in the history of Catholic Christianity and the Roman Catholic Church because it is the birthplace of Saint

Mass in Santiago de Compostela

Attending mass in Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a very special part of any pilgrimage to the city of Saint James. The Cathedral hosts several services each day, as well

Things to do in Santiago de Compostela

Destination of pilgrims for centuries, Santiago de Compostela is much more than the last stop on your Camino de Santiago journey. Today we share our favourite things to do in

Spiritual preparation for your pilgrimage

Spiritual preparation for your pilgrimage is important for you as a pilgrim, as it will help you make the most of this rewarding journey and deeply personal experience. Whether you

Easter Pilgrimages 2022 from Ireland

Easter or Holy Week is the most sacred time of the year and also a very special time for pilgrimage. At Joe Walsh Tours we have a selection of wonderful

10 glorious cathedrals on the Camino de Santiago

Today we introduce you to the history and beauty of 10 glorious cathedrals on the Camino de Santiago trails. Pilgrims from across the globe have made their way to the

Joe Walsh Tours launches Pilgrimage Programme 2022

Pilgrim specialist Joe Walsh Tours has launched its pilgrimage programme 2022, featuring regular departures to classic pilgrimage shrines and important religious destinations such as Lourdes in France, Fatima in Portugal,

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