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2010 Dates for Shrines of Europe | Accommodation in Shrines of Europe
 Shrines of Europe - Our journey to the Shrines of Europe takes us to various different cities where we will find the finest examples of history, art, culture and religion. A once in a lifetime opportunity awaits us this year in Turin in Italy where the Shroud of Turin is on display. We also visit the castle in Javier, Spain where St. Francis Xavier was born. In Santiago we follow the journey where St. James's remains were carried by boat from Jerusalem to Northern Spain. We will take part in the full religious programme in Garabandal, a small village in Northern Spain, where Our Lady appeared to four children in 1961.
Marian Pilgrimages Shrines of Europe Programme
There are numerous European destinations in our 2010 programme. On our trips we will visit some or all of the destinations which are described below. Please see across to select the itinerary best suited for you.
- Santiago
The Way of St. James has interesting places to see and stories to hear. On our journey we pass Pamplona, Estella Logrono, Najera, Santo Domingo, Burgos, Salada River, Leon, Astorga, Ponferrada, O’Cebreiro, Samos Porto Marin Lavacolla until we finally reach our goal, Santiago De Compostela. Our itinerary includes traditional entry into the cathedral to see Portico of Glory, embrace statue of St. James, visit His tomb below the main alter, and witness the spectacular swinging of the Botafumero. Known in English as The Way of St. James, the Camino de Santiago de Compostela is a collection of old pilgrimage routes where you will witness the finest examples of architecture in all of Europe.
- Turin
The Shroud of Turin is a centuries old linen cloth which bears the image of a crucified man, believed to be that of Jesus Christ. The image contains wounds that are consistant with the wounds inflicted upon Jesus Christ during the torture He endured leading up to His crucifixtion. We see the impressive Palace of the Popes in Avignon before arriving in Turin where we visit the cathedral and the adjoining Chapel of the Holy Shroud to see this most holy relic. We also see the Mole Antonelliana, the Royal Palace and on the main square, we see the Palazzo Madama.
- Javier and Zaragozza
St. Francis founded the society of Jesuits with St. Ignatius in 1537. He is the patron saint of all the missions of the Catholic Church and is credited with converting thousands to the Catholic faith. He was extremely influential in the spreading and upkeep of Catholicism mainly in India. Visit the Jesuit Castle where St Francis Xavier was born in Javier. Finally in Zaragozza we visit the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar.
- Garabandal
From 1961 to 1965, Our Lady appeared to four children, Conchita, Maria Dolores, Jacinta and Maria. She spoke to them and confided secrets of future events. The main message of Garabandal was a request for mankind to return to God. During our stay, we make frequent visits to the Pines and take part in the Masses, Stations of the Cross, and other ceremonies as arranged by our Spiritual Director. A half day tour to Toribio to venerate the largest piece of the true Cross is also included. On route to Bilbao airport, we visit the shrine of the miraculous Crucifix in the village of Limpius.
2010 Dates for Shrines of Europe | Accommodation in Shrines of Europe
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