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If you have just come across this article and haven\u2019t delved into Patheos\u2019 ongoing series, Sacred Spaces: The 100 Most Holy Places On Earth<\/a>, get ready for an enriching experience.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve previously visited the series but merely skimmed through the captivating photos or rankings, I encourage you to do something different this time.<\/p>\n

Take a few minutes to read, reflect, and immerse yourself in a few of the stories behind these remarkable places.<\/p>\n

This week, we unveil our rankings of the Top 30-21 Most Holy Places on Earth. Similar to the sacred spaces we highlighted before, the historical significance of these locations showcase diverse faiths worldwide.<\/p>\n

The featured holy destinations for this week include:<\/p>\n

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• The route<\/a> through the \u201cold city\u201d of Jerusalem which Jesus would have traveled at the very end of his life.<\/li>\n

• The incredible story of three young, illiterate Portuguese children<\/a> who, in the early 1900s, experienced profound visions, drawing millions of people to their once-small village even today.<\/li>\n

• The most sacred temple<\/a> in the holiest city of Hinduism, considered by many as the national religious center of India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
  
  The selection process for these sites involved a ranking algorithm that considered insights from religious scholars, perspectives from Patheos\u2019 editorial staff and writers representing various faiths, as well as the significance of each location across multiple religions.<\/p>\n
  
  The algorithm also factored in current web search trends and real-life foot traffic to narrow down the initial pool of over 1,000 potential sites to the Top 100, from which the final rankings were determined.<\/p>\n
  
  In the upcoming weeks, Patheos will continue to unveil an exceptional collection of sacred locations from around the world. This extraordinary journey will culminate in the revelation of the paramount selection: The Most Holy Place on Earth.<\/p>\n

  To embark on your own adventure and explore the complete rankings, visit the starting point here<\/a> or directly access this week\u2019s rankings here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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