Geography
How Pilgrimage Routes Shape the Geography of Sacred Sites
Quick fact
The ancient Roman roads leading to Jerusalem were not just transportation; they were lined with pilgrimage hostels, shrines, and milestones that transformed the entire region into a continuous sacred landscape.
Why this is interesting
Think of the Camino de Santiago—thousands of footsteps have worn paths into stone, and towns have grown up to serve walkers. But did you know that these routes themselves create sacred space, just as much as the holy site at the end?