Pilgrimage, Politics and Place-Making in Eastern Europe

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Focusing on the intersection of pilgrimage and politics, this book addresses the overlooked significance of pilgrimage in eastern and south-eastern Europe. It features contributions from various scholars who investigate how pilgrimage influences and is influenced by political dynamics, as well as its impact on the creation of both sacred and secular spaces. Through this exploration, the work aims to fill a critical gap in the anthropology of pilgrimage, highlighting the complex relationships between cultural practices and political boundaries.