Question : Which of the following was a common reason for medieval travelers to undertake journeys?
Option 1: Health tourism
Option 2: Pilgrimage to sacred sites
Option 3: Beach vacations
Option 4: Space exploration
Correct Answer: Pilgrimage to sacred sites
Solution : Pilgrimage to sacred sites was a common reason for medieval travelers to undertake journeys. Religious devotion and the desire to visit holy places such as Jerusalem, Rome, and Santiago de Compostela motivated many people to travel long distances, often on foot.