Join National Geographi on a spiritual and cultural odyssey and visit the most powerful sacred places on earth, ancient and modern, known and unknown.

This inspirational book showcases 500 of the world's most powerful and spiritual places—and guides modern-day travelers who wish to visit them. With eloquent text, hundreds of gorgeous full-color images, and practical visitor information, Sacred Places of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Most Peaceful and Powerful Destinations highlights fascinating icons of many religions around the world and offers an intriguing window into the cultures that created them. From prehistoric burial chambers to modern monuments and sanctuaries, each site's history, lore, and appeal is evocatively detailed. An ideal gift book.