Abstract
In this article, a preliminary exploratory study is undertaken to cover a lesser researched topic in the tourism literature concerning the conceptualisation of heritage-based routes. A route of less-known heritage that crosses a territory with varied cultures is proposed. It is intended that the route contributes to the practice of creating itineraries for tourists. The route extends from Central Europe to the Iberian Peninsula and is related to historical and mythical legacies of Elisabeth of Hungary (1207-1231); Landgrave of Thuringia and; Isabel (Elisabeth), Princess of Aragon (1270?-1336) and Queen of Portugal. In this research, we opt for a qualitative approach, using both primary and secondary sources of data collection. Documentary sources, namely cultural-historical-mythical, field observation undertaken over several years and visual material collected. Results led to defining a common theme, as they share the miracle that earned them immortality – the miracle of the roses. Secondly, heritage elements were obtained and information on their history was collected to highlight specificities of the territories and identify the cultural path and points along the route.
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Leitão, Isilda and Fernandes, Carlos
(2023)
"Conceptualising Heritage Routes for Tourism: The Miracle of the Roses,"
International Journal of Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage:
Vol. 11:
Iss.
4, Article 9.
doi:https://doi.org/10.21427/2EZT-NB24
Available at:
https://arrow.tudublin.ie/ijrtp/vol11/iss4/9
DOI
https://doi.org/10.21427/2EZT-NB24