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Bye, cell: inside a notorious Syrian prison

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Exploring Spiritual Tourism: The New Pilgrimage

This chapter juxtaposes the heart-wrenching uncertainty faced by families of detainees in Syrian prisons with the booming trend of spiritual tourism in Rishikesh, India. It examines how individuals seek out personal growth through spiritual experiences while reflecting on the growth of the industry and its ties to ancient pilgrimage traditions.

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