Finding inner peace can't be achieved by looking outwards. However, there's nothing quite like travel to help us empty the ego-related rubbish we often unknowingly carry around in oversized backpacks.
The world is changing; not ending, as is so often predicted. Rather than sitting in a bunker, with a gas mask and 400 cans of tuna, we can choose to embrace awareness and growth towards fulfilling ourselves inwardly, regardless of times, dates, prophecies or other 3rd dimensional illusions.
When we do, we can project love, positivity and compassion into our external environment, allowing us to pick up our new, lightweight baggage and venture into awareness and ascension.
For many, journeying to sacred sites is high on the agenda towards spiritual growth. Here are some destinations guaranteed to raise your vibration and help you leave the heavy luggage behind - forever.
Mt Kailash, Tibet
Sacred to Hindus and Buddhists, at over 22,000 feet, the black rock of Mt Kailash is said, by some traditions, to be the dwelling place of Shiva.
A pilgrimage to Mt Kailash will not include climbing the mountain (pilgrims consider this an act of sacrilege) but navigating around it. Not a trip for the faint hearted, but one bound to promote an inner journey, while on the outer one.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Breathtaking at a mere glance, the Ancient Inca site seems the perfect place to soak in the raising energy of Gaia as she transitions towards ascension.
The Incas actually enhanced nature with buildings that contribute to, and flow with, the mountains, rivers and astounding beauty of the site.
Bodhgaya, India
Home of the Bodhi tree. That which, it is said, sprang to life the day Siddhartha Guatama was born. After 49 days of meditating, Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became the Buddha.
You, too, can meditate under the tree with the aim of inner peace, and there's always a possibility the Dali Lama will be there giving public Dharma talks.
Uluru/Ayres Rock, Australia
Sacred to Aborigines and throbbing with spiritual energy, the sandstone formation that is Ayres Rock stands at over 1000 feet. Launch into traditional rituals and navigate through your own dream time at this sacred landmark.
Varanasi, India
Considered by many to be the centre of the Hindu universe, this ancient city along the Ganges is the place to go and wash away ego-related lessons, replacing them with the inner-bliss of unity with the universe and your higher self.
Most importantly, whether you take a journey to a foreign locale or have an adventure in your own backyard, if you remember to search within - via meditation or art, music or any creative endeavour - your awareness will bloom, and so will your world.
Visit http://nicoleleighwest.com for tips on inspirational travel, guides towards awareness and spirituality and links to further seeking, by travel writer, Nicole Leigh West.
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