The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, built at the site where Helena found the True Cross

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Helena and the True Cross: A Pilgrimage Story

historical figure

Time period: 3rd-4th century CE

How the mother of Emperor Constantine traveled to the Holy Land in the fourth century and shaped the geography of Christian pilgrimage for all time.

Associated traditions: Christianity

Historical Context

Legacy and Significance

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