The Kungsleden, or King's Trail, is the most famous hiking trail in northern Sweden. The hiking trail is over 400 kilometers (249 miles) long, going from Abisko to Hemavan through rugged landscapes. The most popular stretch of the King’s Trail hikes is the Abisko-Nikkaluokta route.
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Pilgrimage
The Hetta-Pallas hiking trail in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is Finland's oldest hiking trail and one of the most popular long distance hiking trails in Finland. The Hetta-Pallas trail goes from the peaks of the fells down to the gorges and back to the peaks to incredibly beautiful rugged landscapes. The autumn time colors the Hetta-Pallas route with deep red tones.
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‘Pilgrimage’ means a journey to a sacred place. It can also refer to some kind of spiritual or mindful walk in special natural or cultural sites. Pilgrimage is an ancient tradition found in all world religions. During the past decades, pilgrimage has gained new popularity with the discovery of pilgrimage routes such as Camino de Santiago in Spain.
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