Walsingham Shrine

Location: Norfolk, England

•England's Nazareth: Founded in 1061 after Richeldis de Faverches' vision of the Virgin Mary, leading to a replica of the Holy House.

•Pilgrimage Destination: A prominent site for medieval pilgrims, including royalty like King Henry III and Queen Katherine of Aragon.

•Destruction: Destroyed during Henry VIII’s Dissolution of Monasteries in 1538; its iconic statue burned.

•Modern Revival: Restored in the 20th century and now welcoming around 250,000 pilgrims annually.

•Ecumenical Symbolism: A shared site of devotion for Anglican and Roman Catholic communities.