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In a place inhabited by spirits, different rules apply and inexplicable forces take over. All over the world, people travel to such places in the hope of tapping into their energy.

Spirits at the Summit

They’re everywhere: The Native Americans have sacred sites all over the U.S. southwest, including the Sunset Crater volcano, home to the Hopi’s kachina spirits.

Cult Rock Site

Germany’s sandstone rock formation Externsteine resembles fingers pointing toward the sky. Esoteric groups consider this a supernatural sign and gather there every April 30 for Walpurgis Night.

Circuitous Route To Serenity

The 53-kilometer trail around Mount Kailash in Tibet draws both Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. According to Buddhist lore, immediate enlightenment awaits those who make the journey 108 times.

Soapbox speeches won’t achieve respect and understanding. The 28th Jewish Culture Festival, held in the former Jewish quarter of Kraków, Kazimierz, fosters them with music, guided tours, workshops and readings (June 22-July 1).

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Japanese striker Kazuyoshi Miura, aka King Kazu, is now playing the 33rd season of his career: At 51, the contemporary of Maradona, Platini and Rummenigge is the world’s oldest soccer pro.