Antakya on path to become a name brand
Hurriyet Daily News - Istanbul,TurkeyTourism is another strong point, with faith tourism bringing more income than any other to the city, which has long been home to different cultures and ...
Tourism is another strong point, with faith tourism bringing more income than any other to the city, which has long been home to different cultures and religions. Located in the Orontes Valley at the foot of Mt. Silpius, Antakya is home to a cave church known as St. Peter’s Grotto, where the first Christian community met. The city also holds a synagogue, an Orthodox church, a Catholic church and a mosque, lined up practically side-by-side on its main road.
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- Kevin J. Wright is one of the world's most recognized religious travel and hospitality authorities. He founded and served as President of the World Religious Travel Association, the leading organization dedicated to the 300 million traveler faith tourism industry. He also served as Chairman of the World Religious Travel Expo, drawing more than 30 countries from around the world. Wright has been interviewed by the CBS Early Show, TIME Magazine, USA TODAY, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, National Public Radio (NPR), National Geographic, Forbes Traveler, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, and dozens of other media outlets. He is the author of four travel guidebooks.
Faith-based Tourism
300 million travelers worldwide
