Iraqi youth use technology to join celebrations in St. Peter's Square
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Fr. Rayan P. Atto's parish in Mar Qardagh ad Erbil, Iraq will be "present" for the Pope's celebration for World Youth Day 2010 (WYD) from the Holy See on ...
Pilgrims to Shroud of Turin will see a 'mirror of the Gospel ...Speaking about how the exposition will be the first in the new millenium and the first since its restoration in 2002, Cardinal Poletto said it must be remembered that the event should not be seen as "religious tourism," but instead, ...CNA Daily News - http://www.catholicnewsagency.com/
The famous Shroud, which is believed to be the burial shroud of Jesus, will be on display in the Cathedral of Turin from April 10 - May 20 of this year. The Holy Father is one of over 1.3 million people, including 8,000 Americans, who will be in Turin to see the Shroud in the nearly two months of exposition. On May 2, among other events with the youth and local clergy, he will visit the Cathedral of Turin, where he will give what Cardinal Poletto called "a much awaited reflection" on the passion of Christ.
Turkish tourism minister permitted services in Surb Khach churchInformation-Analytic Agency NEWS.amTurkish Culture and Tourism Minister Ertugrul Gunay signed the application ... the decision will contribute to the development of religious tourism in Van. ...
Turkey permits religious rite at Armenian church
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Governor of Van Munir Karaloglu said that the decision to permit a rite at Akdamar Church will boost faith tourism in the region and provide important ...
The Passion Play, Bavarian-style, is magnet for touristsFree Malaysia TodayOberammergau is also famous for its wooden religious carvings and for the ... But every 10 years, Oberammergau becomes a magnet for tourists because of its ...
The Irish Times - Friday, March 19, 2010Irish TimesThe village of Oberammergau in Bavaria has put on a play every decade since 1634. They made a vow then, when the Black Death was sweeping the land, ...
Abboud sees Lebanon tourism increasing by up to 20 percentDaily Star - LebanonAs for the third category, he said that it includes the work on enhancing medical, cultural, and religious tourism which he considers to be very productive. ...
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