Prehistoric labyrinths are believed to have served either as traps formalevolent spirits or as defined paths for ritual dances. DuringMedieval times the labyrinth symbolized a hard path to the God with aclearly defined center (God) and one entrance (birth). Labyrinths canbe thought of as symbolic forms of pilgrimage; people can walk thepath, ascending towards salvation or enlightenment. Many people couldnot afford to simply travel to holy sites and lands, so the use oflabyrinths and prayer substituted that need. Later, the religioussignificance of labyrinths faded and they were used primarily forentertainment, although recently their spiritual aspect has seen aresurgence. Many newly-made labyrinths exist today, in churches andparks, to provide people with a meditative way to relieve stresses andregrets.