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pilgrimages
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a journey or religious expedition to a sacred place or shrine, typically undertaken for spiritual or religious reasons
- Every year, devout Hindus embark on a pilgrimage to the sacred city of Varanasi to bathe in the holy Ganges River.
- Buddhists undertake pilgrimages to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, to pay homage to the spiritual leader.
- Christians often undertake pilgrimages to Jerusalem, visiting sites of religious significance mentioned in the Bible.
- Some Native American tribes have sacred pilgrimage sites, and tribal members undertake journeys to connect with their spiritual heritage.
- The annual Thaipusam festival in Malaysia involves a pilgrimage to the Batu Caves, where devotees perform acts of devotion and penance.
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