The plural of circumambulation; the act of walking around something in a circle, often done as a ritual or to complete an inspection.
From Latin circumambulatio, combining circum- (around) and ambulare (to walk). The word evolved to describe ceremonial or purposeful circular walking, common in religious and cultural practices worldwide.
Many religions practice circumambulation—Muslims walk around the Kaaba, Buddhists circumambulate stupas, and Christians process around altars—showing how humans express reverence through circular movement.
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