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Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites David Douglas

Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites By David Douglas

Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites by David Douglas


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Summary

From Tiahuanaco in Bolivia to Bagan in Myanmar, this book explores places of spiritual power from around the world. It investigates the deep connections between people, religion, landscape and architecture. It traces the symbols hidden in ancient architecture and temple complexes, and details significant astronomical alignments.

Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites Summary

Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites: Discover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power f by David Douglas

From Tiahuanaco in Bolivia to Bagan in Myanmar, The Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites covers the globe. The book is an inspirational guide to some of the world's most breathtaking places of worship, and also provides an insight into how these places can still provide spiritual resonance today. The book traces the symbols hidden in ancient architecture and temple complexes, explores the ancient mythology and spiritual traditions surrounding each site and details significant astronomical alignments. Featuring detailed maps, stunning photographs and nine lavish reconstructions of ancient sites in their prime, this will appeal to everybody's inner-explorer.

About David Douglas

David Douglas is a full-time writer with a special interest in psychology, spirituality and the environment. He has written screenplays, scripts and plays. Location: Norwich, UK.

Table of Contents

Introduction: How sites come to be sacred - tracing the connection between people, spirituality and places. Places of Worship: Churches, cathedrals, mosques and temples: Exploring some of the most holy places in the world including St Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, Bagan Temple complex in Burma and the Golden Temple, Amritsar, India. Sites of Pilgrimage: Sacred journeys and destinations: Examines why pilgrimage remains a cornerstone of many faiths and looks at some of the major destinations including Canterbury, Santiago de Compostela in Spain, Mecca in Saudi Arabia and Benares in India. Sites of Sages and Saints: Shrines of the Madonna, Saints, Martyrs and Prophets: The power of individuals and place, including: The Marian shrine at Lourdes in France, Ramana Maharshi and Arunchala, Kobo Daishi and Mount Koya in Japan. Places of Isolation and Meditation: Hermitages, monasteries, abbeys and convents: How isolation has fostered spirituality. Includes: Iona in Scotland, Mount Athos in Greece, Ise Jingu in Japan and Dogon Shrines in West Africa. Sacred Stones: Stone circles and megaliths: Exploring the meaning of key megalithic sites including Callanish on the Isle of Lewis, Stonehenge, Newgrange in Ireland, Carnac in France and Externstein in Germany. Sacred Land and Water: Earthworks, holy mountains, sacred wells and rivers: How natural sites have become sacred including Mount Kailash in Tibet, the Nazca Lines of Peru, Serpent Mound in Ohio, Saint Winifred's Well in Wales and Fuji-san in Japan. Index

Additional information

GOR002647941
9781841813288
1841813281
Atlas of Sacred and Mystical Sites: Discover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power from around the worldDiscover places of mystical power f by David Douglas
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Octopus Publishing Group
20071130
176
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