Lourdes is a small commune of France, located in southeastern him
Hautes-Pyrenees, practically on the border with Spain.
The attraction of Lourdes, is that it is an important religious
tourist destination that millions of tourists flock annually to
perform the famous pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Lourdes, but also
because it has some wonderful mountain scenery typical of all regions
of the Pyrenees.
Lourdes The hotel infrastructure is very big, just because a city
is entirely focused on tourism, so you will not have problems in
getting a good accommodation.
In ancient times, namely in the Middle Ages, this picturesque town
was fortified, and in those days, is still preserved Castle, which
is one of its tourist attractions today for their courage edilicio
and because it offers a magnificent views of the commune, as it
is situated on a hill.
Massabille The Grotto, is another must-see tours, since this is
where the Virgin Mary made their appearances and today is a place
of worship which has placed an altar and image of the Virgin.
The Basilica of the Rosary, and the Upper Basilica of St. Pius
X, also known as The Shrines, are the most remarkable religious
buildings.
Other interesting things to see, is the Via Crucis, located on
the hill of Espelugues, which is a cross, brought from Jerusalem
and large bronze statues of religious figures.
Lourdes is without question one of the interesting options to live
the religious tourism, but also to enjoy all the tranquility and
beauty that nature provides us in this region. |