The Atlas of Sacred Places

This text explores more than 30 ancient sites, sites which have been sanctified by holy rituals, relics and saints, stretching back to the beginning of recorded history and beyond. The scope of the guide is wide, from Mexico to China, from Norway to India, taking in temples, shrines, mystical mountains and other places of pilgrimage. The details of cathedrals, mosques and the architecture of the ancient past are captured in colour paintings and photographs, and location maps set each site in context, while feature maps reflect the broader historical perspective. The book also contains chronologies and a full gazetteer for the guidance of visiters.