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Religious Tours in Greece |
Religious Tours in Greece generally involves a trip to some of the finest temples and churches spread all around the country. Legend tells us that Greece is one of those few countries in the world which were converted to Judaism and Christianity. Before the on set of Judaism, the ancient Greek culture maintained a religious practice similar to that of the Hindus. According to ancient scriptures of Greece all the gods and goddesses were appointed with a different task.
For instance Venus was the goddess of love and Mars was the of of war. All these gods and goddesses along with the king of the gods Zeus resided on the Mount Olympus. Moreover, every city of Greece worshiped their resident god separately. With the destruction of the Greek culture and dynasty by the Romans and Mohammedans, Greece lost all the ancient flavor of its indigenous religion. Religious Tours in Greece however, promises to take you to some of the remains of those ancient temples like Parthenon, the temple of ancient Corinth and Acropolis.
At Patmos in Greece you can witness one of the most important religious edifices of Greece. As an important part of Religious Tours in Greece , at Patmos one can visit the world famous monastery of st. John the divine. Built in the 11th century, this monastery is one of the most beautiful Christian monasteries in the world. Delos in Greece on the other hand will introduce you to the ancient culture and art of Greece. Known as the birth place of the Greek gods Apollo and Artemis, Delos is a must visit for all the tourists to Greece. In the town of Philippi, Religious Tours in Greece receives a warm welcome. It is believed that King PhilipII founded this city. Once visited by the Apostle Paul, Philippi is home to a whole lot of early Christian basilicas, churches and temples.
As an integral part of Religious Tours in Greece one must never miss a visit to Eleusis. Associated with the Eleusinian mysteries and the temple of Demeter, this city is home to many unsolved puzzles and interesting mind games. A visit to the remnants of the golden era of the Byzantinian empire, Salonika, offers a virtual storehouse of many ancient legacies. Boulevards, ancient temples with tall statues, museums, Byzantenian churches and influence of the Turkish culture can be noticed in this place. Enjoy a great time in visiting the great monuments and churches of Greece. Greece will also offer you a great chance to discover the most beautiful aspects of Judaism and Jewish culture. Many tourists and staunch Christians make it a point to visit these religious places of Greece, during every holiday. With a rich history that speaks of the earliest democracies and religious tradition. Greece is indeed an ideal spot for all kinds of religious trips. Religious Tours in Greece will also give you a great opportunity to visit some of the most intricately decorated monasteries and churches in the world.
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