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New Trail Invites Pilgrims to Walk the Holy Land
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A new 111-kilometer pilgrimage trail, the Way to Jerusalem, has opened, leading hikers from Jaffa Port to Jerusalem's Old City. Initiated by Golan Rice and supported by the Tourism Ministry, the trail aims to offer a spiritual journey for people of all faiths. While still under development and requiring guides, around 1,500 pilgrims have already traversed the route, which follows historical pilgrimage paths and engages with local communities. The trail is expected to be fully marked by the end of 2027.
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- The new 111-kilometer Way to Jerusalem trail guides pilgrims from Jaffa Port to Jerusalem's Old City.
- The trail is designed as a spiritual journey for people of all faiths, not exclusively Christian.
- Initiated by Golan Rice, the project is supported by Israel's Tourism Ministry.
- Approximately 1,500 pilgrims have already participated in organized hikes on the route.
- The trail is expected to be fully marked for independent hikers by the end of 2027.
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