March’s trip to Italy, La Dolce Vita: The Sweet Life of Mythic Italy with Phil Cousineau, holds the power to transform the pilgrim in many ways. The cobbled streets, old churches, the rich food and wine, the art—Italy hosts a plethora of cultural delicacies that stir the soul and entice spiritual creativity. Moreover, Italy teaches… Continue reading
The Renaissance was a period of triumph for the arts and reestablishment of Classical style and philosophy. It comes as no surprise that this artistic rebirth following The Dark Ages began in a land renowned for la dolce vita: Italy. Like much of Europe, Italy is a time capsule. Going there, one feels integrated into… Continue reading
The Taj Mahal attracts millions of tourists and pilgrims every year. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is coined “the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage.” Other than its notable, vast architectural beauty, what makes the Taj Mahal one of… Continue reading
It was over 600 years ago when Dante, the prolific Italian epic poet and pilgrim, decided on going on a pilgrimage from the mythological forest of his mind into the unknown. In the process, he ventured through the terrifying underworld, yet also acquainted himself with the heavenly spheres. This was all with the guidance of… Continue reading
I hope everyone has a chance to travel the world and see places that feed them spiritually. Two places very sacred to me, influencing my life and spiritual path, are India and Sri Lanka. My early years in India shaped my sense of unity with all religions. The sights, smells, and sounds of India are like… Continue reading