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  • The Old Cathedral of Coimbra from the outside with a blue sky. There are many turrets with carved notches and a semi-circle (the altar inside) jutting out. It looks as much like a castle as a Cathedral.
    Cathedral,  Europe,  Monasteries,  Portugal

    One Day in Coimbra, Portugal: 10 Amazing Things To Do

    October 11, 2020 /

    Coimbra, Portugal may be Portugal’s greatest hidden gem. While Porto and Lisbon are certainly more famous, if you are visiting Portugal I urge you not to miss out on Coimbra. Coimbra is famous for its University – a reported inspiration…

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  • A monastery with a red roof and a tower with many ruins in front at the Mosterio of Santa Clara a Velha in Coimbra, Portugal
    Europe,  Monasteries,  Portugal

    Exploring the Abandoned Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha in Portugal

    September 5, 2020 /

    One of Portugal’s most amazing hidden gems lies just beyond a bridge in Coimbra, Portugal: the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha. Visiting the Monastery of Santa Clara a Velha is one of the best things to do in Coimbra, Portugal. Even…

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  • The decorated round church of the Convent of Christ Portugal. A richly painted archway opens to a central octagonal round altar that goes all the way to the ceiling and is covered in gold and paintings.
    Monasteries,  Europe,  Portugal

    3 Incredible Monasteries in Portugal : Batalha, Alcobaça, Tomar

    July 19, 2020 /

    Portugal is a monastery-lover's dream. There are three UNESCO World Heritage Listed monasteries in Central Portugal, all within easy driving distance of one another. The monasteries of Alcobaça, Batalha, and the Convento de Christo in Tomar are stunningly beautiful and…

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Welcome! I'm Cate and ever since I can remember, I've been drawn to Sacred places: Churches, Monasteries, Cathedrals, and Temples. I travel the world seeking out unique spiritual and religious experiences, embarking on pilgrimage, and teaching you how to explore the world through the lens of faith!

  • A blue sky with streaky white clouds and the St. Bavo Cathedral tower in Ghent on the right.One Day in Ghent: The PERFECT 2025 Itinerary for Castles, Canals & Cathedrals
  • A statue in Oglethorpe Square in Savannah, GA with live oak trees surrounding it with moss. The statue is holding and waving a flag. Seeing the historic squares of Savannah is one of the best things to do in Savannah in one day!12 Incredible Savannah Historical Sites to Add to Your Savannah, GA Itinerary
  • A person is taking a picture of four guild buildings in Antwerp Belgium with a blue sky. The buildings are highly intricate and come to a point and the one on the left is tallest. Enjoying architecture is one of the best things to do in Antwerp, BelgiumOne Day in Antwerp Belgium: The 15 BEST Things to Do in Antwerp in 2025
  • The domes and rich red brick of the Basilica of St Anthony in Padua, Italy - the most important thing to see in one day in PaduaOne Day in Padua Italy: The 11 Best Things to Do in Padua in 2025
  • A street scene in Bruges, featuring historic buildings with ornate facades lining a cobblestone street. Tourists stroll beneath trees, with the iconic Bruges Belfry tower visible in the distance against a clear blue sky. The image captures the essence of a bustling summer day in this medieval Belgian city that is worth spending one day in Bruges.One Day in Bruges, Belgium Itinerary: 11 Unmissable Things to Do in Bruges
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