In the Middle Ages, key pilgrimage routes in Britain included the Camino de Santiago, which led to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, and the pilgrimage to Canterbury, made famous by Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales." In Europe, prominent routes included the Via Francigena, which connected Canterbury to Rome, and various paths leading to significant sites like Jerusalem and the shrine of St. James in Santiago. Pilgrims often traveled these routes to seek spiritual benefits, healing, or penance. These journeys were vital to medieval spirituality and culture, fostering connections among diverse communities.
pilgrimage churches, Romanesque style churches built along pilgrimage routes.
Trade routes to Europe and Asia were opened and maintained.
Dense Forests in the north, the regions rich earth which helped raised crops, underground lay mineral resources and nearby seas provided fish for food and it also served as transportation routes
The pilgrimage typically began with a deep sense of spiritual purpose, as individuals sought to connect with the divine or fulfill a vow. Pilgrims often gathered in groups, sharing stories and experiences, which fostered a sense of community. They would prepare physically and mentally for the journey, gathering supplies and mapping out their routes to the sacred site. The act of embarking on the pilgrimage itself was seen as a significant spiritual undertaking, marking the start of a transformative journey.
Age of Exploration
=one of the main routes in Britain was to Thomas Becket's shrine in Canterbury!!!!!==ya ya=
Canterbury was a pilgrimage destination in England. There were also pilgrimage routes leading across France into Spain to the pilgrimage sites of Montserrat and Compostela.
the most important places to pilgrimage is Spain Italy Germany and Greece
pilgrimage churches, Romanesque style churches built along pilgrimage routes.
In Britain, important pilgrimage routes include the Camino de Santiago, which connects various locations to the famous pilgrimage in Spain, and the Pilgrims' Way to Canterbury, leading to the shrine of Thomas Becket. The Way of St. Oswald traverses northern England, linking key sites associated with the saint. Additionally, the Iona pilgrimage route in Scotland leads to the historic island known for its early Christian significance. These routes reflect Britain's rich spiritual heritage and attract both pilgrims and tourists alike.
=one of the main routes in Britain was to Thomas Becket's shrine in Canterbury!!!!!==ya ya=
the Middle Passage
When the Turks invaded and captured Constantinople and gained control of the Middle East, this resulted in the closure of the trade routes between Europe and Asia. The Turks were part of the Ottoman Empire.
The Triangular Trade routes were either from Britain to Africa, America to Britain, America to Africa, or other routes that lead to either Africa, America, or Britain
It connects Africa and Asia, with trade routes to Europe as well.
The pilgrimage route to Santiago de Campostela is called the Way of St. James in English. It was one of the most important pilgrimage routes in Western Europe, and consists of a network of roads commonly used to get the the cathedral and shrine, starting as far off as Germany and Italy. There is a link below to an article that provides more information.
The land routes to the Far East from Europe were shut down by The Turks from the Ottoman Empire. They captured the city of Constantinople and took control of the Middle East In 1453.