If you find yourself needing a deeper purpose for travel and you long for more authentic connections, then you might be part of the fastest growing segment of travel: Religious tourism and pilgrimages.

If so, you’re also among the most loyal of travelers. Your deeper purpose makes you more committed and imbues you with a sort of tenacity that most tourists lack.

Your faith may lead you to a spiritual destination or perhaps you just want to experience the awe of architectural and historic wonders. Americana Steeples wants to facilitate your journey, real or virtual, with a series of articles on awe-inspiring destinations.