Sacred_Places_North_America.pdf

Reviews from Sacred Places North America

“An interesting book for both the armchair and the adventurous

traveler, this (book) is recommended.” — Library Journal

“The book is filled with fascinating archeological, geological, and

historical material. These 108 sacred places in the United States,

Canada, and Hawaii offer ample opportunity for questing by spiri-

tual seekers.” — Spirituality & Health

“A revealing, useful, and enthusiastically recommended guide for

the vacationer seeking to fulfill their spiritual as well as their rec-

reational yearnings.” — Midwest Book Review

“World traveler Brad Olsen has compiled a book that documents

108 destination spots for ‘feeling the energy’ of our spiritual his-

torical roots. Pilgrimage is one way we can find ourselves and this

book will provide a guide.” — Twin Cities Wellness

“The book’s chapters correspond to ten regional sections of the

U.S. and Canada, which are further subdivided into specific U.S.

States and Canadian provinces. No less than 38 of the 50 United

States are revealed to contain sacred sites — some of which

are very public and easy to access, such as the House of David in

Michigan, and some of which are more obscure, like Shiprock, ‘the

stand-alone neck of an ancient volcano core’ in New Mexico. But

never fear: Olsen provides lucid and detailed directions, as well as

tantalizing and historically well-informed essay-portraits, for each

destination. The book is also peppered with excellent maps, illus-

trations, and photos.” — Fearless Books

“For travelers who prefer destinations with spirit … juxtaposing

local folklore and Native American legend with scientific theories to

provide context.” — Orlando Sentinel

“It’s an odd lot, the places that have a way of touching your heart:

mountains and homesteads, caves and monasteries, lakes and path-

ways. Author Brad Olsen has recognized that variety in this bringing

together of 108 places that stir the soul. Many of the destinations

mentioned come as no surprise in a collection of the hallowed: Ohio’s

Serpent Mound, Wyoming’s Yellowstone, Colorado’s Mesa Verde, for

instance. But other entries serve as a delightful reminder that there is

room in our hearts to expand the definition of sacred: Massachusetts’

Walden Pond, Michigan’s House of David, and Tennessee’s (and Elvis’)

Graceland, for instance.” — Chicago Tribune

“Olsen maps out obscure destinations brimming with intrigue and

history, places where you will not have to fight thousands of tour-

ists. You’ll find lots of maps, drawings and photos. It’s a travel guide

for the individualist.” — Ashley Tribune

Reviews from Sacred Places Around the World

“… the ruins, mountains, sanctuaries, lost cities, and pilgrimage

routes held sacred around the world.” — Book Passage

“For each site, Brad Olsen provides historical background, a

description of the site and its special features, and directions for

getting there.” — Theology Digest

“(Readers) will thrill to the wonderful history and the vibrations of

the world’s sacred healing places.” — East & West

“Sites that emanate the energy of sacred spots.”

— The Sunday Times

“Sacred sites (to) the ruins, sanctuaries, mountains, lost cities,

temples, and pilgrimage routes of ancient civilizations.”

— San Francisco Chronicle

“Many sacred places are now bustling tourist and pilgrimage desti-

nations. But no crowd or souvenir shop can stand in the way of a

traveler with great intentions and zero expectations.”

— Spirituality & Health

“Unleash your imagination by going on a mystical journey. Brad

Olsen gives his take on some of the most amazing and unexplained

spots on the globe — including the underwater ruins of Bimini, which

seems to point the way to the Lost City of Atlantis. You can choose

to take an armchair pilgrimage (the book is a fascinating read) or

follow his tips on how to travel to these powerful sites yourself.”

— Mode

“Should you be inspired to make a pilgrimage of your own, you

might want to pick up a copy of Brad Olsen’s guide to the world’s

sacred places. Olsen’s marvelous drawings and mysterious maps

enhance a package that is as bizarre as it is wonderfully acces-

sible. The historical data and metaphysical ruminations make it an

intriguing read. So pick a mystical corner of the world, be it Mount

Shasta, Delphi or Borobudur, and plan out a pilgrimage real or imag-

ined among the Tungus shamans of Siberian Russia, the ghosts of

Mohenjo-daro, the Muslim faithful at the Grand Mosque in Mecca,

and more.” — San Francisco Examiner

SACRED PLACES

NORTH AMERICA

108 DESTINATIONS

Written, photographed, and illustrated by

Brad Olsen

COnsOrtium Of COlleCtive COnsCiOusness

www.cccpublishing.com www.bradolsen.com www.stompers.com

Second Edition

Sacred Places North America:

108 Destinations

second edition

Published by the Consortium of Collective Consciousness ™

Reproduction or translation of any part of this work beyond that permitted by section 107

or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act without the permission of the copyright

owner is unlawful. Requests for permission or further information should be addressed to

CCC Publishing, 530 8 th Avenue #6, San Francisco, CA 94118 USA. FAX (415) 933-8132.

As is common in a historic and reference book such as this, much of the information

included on these pages has been collected from diverse sources. When possible, the

information has been checked and double-checked. Even with special effort to be accu-

rate and thorough, the author and publisher cannot vouch for each and every reference.

Because this is a book about traveling, many specifics can change overnight and with-

out prior warning. The reader will find ample information collected from experienced

adventurers, writers, and travel industry experts. The author and publisher assume no

responsibility or liability for any outcome, loss, arrest, or injury that occurs as a result of

information or advice contained in this book. As with the purchase of goods or services,

caveat emptor is the prevailing responsibility of the purchaser, and the same is true for

the traveler.

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:

Olsen, Bradford C.

Sacred Places North America: 108 Destinations / Brad Olsen

p. cm.

Includes index

ISBN 10: 1-888729-13-9 (Pbk.)

ISBN 13: 978-1-888729-13-9

1. Spirituality — Guidebooks. 2. Travel — Guidebooks. I. Title

Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 2005904373

Printed in the United States of America.

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