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Path of Pearls, Houtskär
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Houtskär EjderPhoto: Jarina Leskinen, St. Olav Waterway
You can gaze on the scenery, reflect on the mysteries of life or meditate with the help of the Pearls of Life. The first part (marked red) is a 500 meter, easy-to-walk path, surrounding the church and the S:t Andreas’ vicarage. The second part (marked blue) is a bit more demanding to walk. Together with the first part it extends to about 1,5 km, all the way from the church to Vitteludd and back. You are welcome to walk and enjoy the nature.
The first Christians called themselves “those who follow the Way”. Walking is an easy way to practice the Christian faith. Pilgrimage is common and loved by many. This path is a short walk to make space for the Holy. If you walk in silence you may listen to your inner self and give God an opportunity to talk to you.
Please consider both the delicate nature and fellow hikers. Please follow the marked path.
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There are eight meditatation points along the path.
Give yourself a moment of rest – be at peace. Life is difficult to fathom, difficult to grasp. The Pearls of Life would like to help you approach the biggest questions of life and touch its very core. The garland reminds us that God is real. The Pearls of Life garland is a modern rosary created by the Swedish Bishop Emeritus Martin Lönnebo.
May the road rise to meet you,
may the wind be always at your back,
may the sun shine upon your face,
may the rain fall softly on your fields,
until we meet again may God hold you
in the palm of his hand.
Irish blessing / Finnish Hymn book nr 979
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Public transport
Buses between Turku, Pargas, Nagu, Korpo and Houtskär (Buses 901 - 904): http://tlo.fi/reitit-ja-aikataulut/saaristobussi
Ferry from Korpo (Galtby) to Houtskär (Kittuis), reservation not possible https://www.finferries.fi/en/ferry-traffic/ferries-and-schedules/korppoo-houtskari.html
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Free parking at the church and boat museum.Coordinates
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