religious tourism
Indian Tourism Landscape – Spiritual and Religious Tourism
Hotelivate Private Limited | June 4, 2018
Spirituality is entrenched into the very core of Indian culture. The country is the destination of choice for many who embark on a journey of spiritual growth and enlightenment. The Beatles put India on the world map when they ventured to Rishikesh to learn Transcendental Meditation at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram back in 1968. Today, spiritual tourism is a growing industry, with travel companies and hotel chains beginning to recognise its immense potential and opportunities. Spirituality is often confused with religion, with the words "spiritual" and "religion" often being used interchangeably. Spiritual tourism involves people trave...
Tourism Tidbits: Religious Tourism
Dr. Peter Tarlow | May 2, 2017
by Peter Tarlow We only have to see photos of people praying in Mecca, visiting the Vatican, washing in the Ganges, or attending a religious festival at the Western Wall in Jerusalem to know that both religion and religious pilgrimages play a major role in tourism. Religious tourism even bleeds into the world of "secular faith" as proven by the millions of people each year who make a "pilgrimage" to places such as Washington, DC or treat their favorite football team almost as if it were a religious icon. People in the world of tourism should not be surprised by this phenomenon. Faith based visitations speak directly to the emotions and ...
