A woman in a pink shirt and jeans stands resting on a wooden post closer to the majestic red rock butte of Sedona, surrounded by green foliage under a cloudy sky.

Sedona, where the stars are closer.

A vast landscape showcasing red rock formations and green forest under a cloudy sky, possibly taken closer to Sedona.

Ilchi Lee, the South Korean author described Sedona this way: “Sedona is a place of infinite creation in your heart, your greatest dream, and the most sacred moments of your life. And it is the power of your choice to choose hope even in the most difficult moments.”

While living in Phoenix, AZ, I had heard of this little town in the red mountains. Everyone talked about it as a special place where you could feel your spirit grow. That sounded really nice to me and intriguing at the same time. I wanted to visit it!

A car drives on a highway towards Sedona's red rock formations under a cloudy sky, with green vegetation on either side and a road sign visible to the right.

The road trip took just a couple of hours north from Phoenix, I need to mention there was a magnificent view even from far away from it. The nearer we got, the more I felt I had become part of a film in Yavin (also known as “Yavin Prime”, to distinguish it from its moons), the fictional planet in the Star Wars galaxy. The ground in the Valley of Phoenix is very dry, therefore the predominant colour is yellow. Sedona’s colour is different: red-orange with a beautiful green vegetation.

A road with cars driving closer towards a red-rock formation in Sedona, surrounded by greenery and desert plants under a cloudy sky.

This colour of the mountains is incredibly attractive. The feeling is strong and that is when the magic happens. You forget about everything and start feeling you really are in a different world, where anything is possible and worries can be left behind.

Sedona is a small town, with almost ten thousand inhabitants. There are many tourists though, looking for its holistic characteristics. There are many tiny shops with souvenirs, there are resorts and there is something which makes it even more special: 7 energy vortexes where the subtle energy that exists at these locations interacts with the subtle body energy belonging to each visitor. The energy vibrates within and emphasizes the inner being of each person. I must add that scientists do not agree with this but…each person is free to agree or disagree with anything.

A large red rock formation with layered, textured surfaces and small scattered greenery at the base stands against a cloudy sky, reminiscent of Sedona's striking landscapes.
A natural rock formation with reddish, layered cliffs and green vegetation in the foreground, set against a cloudy sky; it feels like you're closer to Sedona's breathtaking beauty and stars.
A rugged red rock formation with sparse vegetation stands under a cloudy sky in Sedona, bringing you closer to nature's raw beauty.

It is also well known for the many UFO sightings in the area. I was only there for a few hours, during daylight and unfortunately, did not see any alien spaceship. I have to admit I would have loved to see one! I am a very curious person and since I was a little girl I always looked up the sky at night looking for an unusual object.

Due to the dry climate conditions, you can have an amazing view of the stars. While watching them you may lose record of time and also feel stars are nearer, so much, that you can stand on tiptoe and be able to touch them. Wouldn’t you like to experience that feeling?

A landscape featuring tall red rock formations surrounded by green vegetation and trees under a cloudy sky, reminiscent of Sedona, brings you closer to nature.
A gray car drives on a road with a "Do Not Enter" sign ahead, surrounded by green shrubs and trees. In the background, closer to the horizon, there is a large red rock formation under a partly cloudy sky, reminiscent of Sedona's stunning landscapes.

Each of us, during our life meet at least one person with the same qualities as Sedona. Those who fill you with positive energy, who touch your heart and help you live your greatest dream. Those who stand by you allowing you make your own choices and giving you hope in the most difficult moments. When you meet that person, you have found a treasure!

Last, but not least, a pic of my hubby and me!

A woman and a man stand together outdoors in Sedona with their arms around each other, smiling at the camera. Behind them, the large red rock formation with layers and green vegetation at the base draws you closer to nature's artwork under a canopy of stars.

4 comments

  • This is very interesting Monica. I love hearing about the wonderful places you have visited and the experiences you have had there. This week I stood in y daughter’s back garden and looked up at the stars- there were hndreds of them it was amazing and I was in awe of the wonder of it all. Your blog reminded me of this. Thank you for sharing your lovely messages.

  • You’re making me want to explore the world Monica thank you for sharing!

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