During Romanesque times, the medieval pilgrimage was the equivalent of modern day tourism. The travelers would go on extensive journeys, lasting anywhere from months to years, to visit religious sites, particularly those with relics. In modern times, tourist often travel for similar purposes such as seeing historical items or locations, for spiritual benefits, and for the traveling experience itself. All these are parallels between modern day travel and the medieval pilgrimages.
To commence, a connection can be identified when comparing medieval pilgrims and modern day travel in regards to them both traveling to see something historical or famous.…