The complexities of religious tourism motivations: Sacred places, vows and visions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.annals.2018.02.011
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to understand the complexity of travel motivations to sacred places. Using ethnographic techniques within the Greek Orthodox context, we argue that while motivations are institutionally constructed, they are fragile,… read more here.
Keywords: religious tourism; complexities religious; tourism motivations; motivations sacred ... See more keywords
Design of lighting system for sacred places with the approach of improving technical and economic conditions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.asej.2021.02.021
Abstract: Abstract In Islamic countries, many sacred places reflect the history, culture, and tradition of the nations. One of the main issues that can improve the architecture of these places is the proper lighting system. In… read more here.
Keywords: sacred places; system; places approach; lighting system ... See more keywords
Handrails, steps and curbs: sacred places and secular pilgrimage in skateboarding
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DOI: 10.1080/17430437.2017.1390567
Abstract: Abstract This paper argues that significant places in the sport of skateboarding are banal urban spaces. These locations are made meaningful through interaction, history and media coverage. This has resulted in the emotional attachment and… read more here.
Keywords: curbs sacred; handrails steps; steps curbs; pilgrimage ... See more keywords