Sacred Places Europe

Combining trends, academic theories, and historical insights, this travel guide brings both lesser-known and famous European spiritual locales into perspective by explaining the importance of each sacred site. It explains the cultural relevance, religious significance, and unique features of each site - including Stonehenge and the Acropolis. Discover the first comprehensive guide to all of Europe's holiest sites. Combining current trends, academic theories, and historical insights, this travel guide to the European continent brings famous, lesser-known and mysterious locations into perspective by explaining the significance of each sacred site. The cultural relevance, history, and spirituality of each site—including Stonehenge, the Acropolis, Mont Saint Michel, Pompeii, and Saint Peter’s Basilica—are explained, creating a moving and artistic travel experience. Each destination—with selections spanning more than 15 countries throughout Europe—is accompanied by easy-to-follow maps and directions. Editorial Reviews: “Author Brad Olsen is clearly a man who knows and loves his topic. If you're visiting Europe and have an interested in sacred sites from Glastonbury and Kildare to the Shroud of Turin or the Infant Jesus of Prague, Sacred Places Europe is well worth its reasonable price.” –Europe for Visitors "Olsen's marvelous drawings and mysterious maps enhance a package that is as bizarre as it is wonderfully accessible. The historical data and metaphysical ruminations make it an intriguing read." --San Francisco Examiner