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

About the Author
Brad Olsen is the editor of Trips magazine, the author of World Stompers: A Global Travel Manifesto and is the author and illustrator of the Extreme Adventures book series. He lives in San Francisco, California.


Book Information
ISBN 9781888729122
Author Brad Olsen
Format Paperback
Page Count 344
Imprint Consortium of Collective Consciousness,U.S.
Publisher Consortium of Collective Consciousness,U.S.
Weight(grams) 548g