Occurrence of Attributes in Original Text
The text related to the cultural heritage 'Baptism Site “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” (Al-Maghtas)' has mentioned 'Pilgrimage' in the following places:
| Occurrence Sentence | Text Source |
|---|---|
| [8] The site has then seen several archaeological digs, four papal visits and state visits, and attracts tourists and pilgrimage activity. | WIKI |
| The pilgrimage sites have shifted during history. | WIKI |
| The main Christian archaeological finds from the Byzantine and possibly even Roman period indicated that the initial venerated pilgrimage site was on the east bank, but by the beginning of the 6th century the focus had moved onto the more accessible west bank of the river. | WIKI |
| During the Byzantine period the site was a popular pilgrimage centre. | WIKI |
| However, pilgrimage to the site declined and according to one pilgrim the site was in ruins in 1484. | WIKI |
| [9] Also in 2002, the Baptism Site opened for daily visits, attracting a constant influx of tourists and pilgrimage activity. | WIKI |
| At present, the site has regained a popular status as pilgrimage destination for Christians, who continue to engage in baptism rituals on site. | UNESCO |
| These archaeological structures testify to the early beginnings of this attributed importance which initiated the construction of churches and chapels, habitation of hermit caves and pilgrimage activities. | UNESCO |
| Criterion (iii): xe2x80x9cBethany beyond the Jordanxe2x80x9d represents in an exceptional way the tradition of baptism, an important sacrament in Christian faith, and with it the historic and contemporary practice of pilgrimage to the site. | UNESCO |
| The property is of highest significance to the majority of Christian denominations as the baptism site of Jesus of Nazareth and since millennia has been a popular pilgrimage destination. | UNESCO |
| In addition, the churches and the planned pilgrimage village should further be considered through comprehensive Heritage Impact Assessments (HIA) before any approval is granted for their construction. | UNESCO |
| The continuing pilgrimage and veneration of the site is a credible expression of the spirit and feeling attributed to it and the atmosphere, which the property conveys to the believers. | UNESCO |
| The veneration of the place, the presence of several church communities and the continuing pilgrimage add a level of traditional protection. | UNESCO |