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Greek Monasteries Abound in History, Beauty

Greek monasteries are an important element of Greek Orthodox Christian heritage and have a long history. These monasteries have played a significant role in preserving religious, cultural, and architectural heritage throughout the centuries. Religious tourism is one of the oldest...

Religious Tourism Booms in Greece: The Island of Patmos

  Religious tourism is a growing slice of the touristic industry. It’s a kind of tourism that can either strengthen personal faith or help discover new cultures and traditions. Religious tourism creates awareness of the importance of preservation of holy...

Pilgrims Retrace Apostle Paul's Journey

Six hundred Greek-American and American pilgrims will sail this autumn in Apostle Paul’s footsteps setting out from Lavrio, with intermediate stops in Patmos, Kousadasi, Istanbul, Kavala and Thessaloniki. The details of this pilgrimage voyage are being examined by a private...

Crete Promotes Religious Tourism to Russians

Crete counts on the influx of tourists from Russia, while is significantly investing in religious tourism. On May 18, a mission of the Region of Crete is going to Moscow to participate in an exhibition. The Region of Crete has high expectations...