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Have you ever noticed how locations affect you differently? Astrocartography (ASC) explains this by laying out your horoscope on the world map. Essentially, it’s the astrology of place. While travelling to 100+ countries as an astrologer, I researched my own ASC chart. I enjoy sharing this wisdom to help others with their life journey. So, read on to learn about how to create and interpret your own Astrocartography location guide.
History of Astrocartography
The origins of Astrocartography or Locational Astrology can be traced back to the Medieval and Renaissance time periods. This is when advancements in mathematics, astronomy and geography surged Mundane and Natal Astrology to high importance.
During the 1970’s, Jim Lewis became known as the “Father of Astrocartography.” Combining astrological principles with modern mapping techniques, he developed this modality. Later, as computer software became accessible for everyone, the Astrocartography charts advanced in popularity.
Travel and Location Astrology Answers these Questions:
Where in the world is the best place to take a spiritual journey or retreat?
Where in the world is best for my work, money or career?
Where in the world is best for finding love and relationships?
Where in the world is best for my health and happiness?
Where in the world is the best for me to establish a home or retire?
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What is Astrocartography or
Travel and Relocation Astrology?
The Astrocartography (ASC) chart is based on the moment of your birth in a relocated place. In comparison, your natal chart or horoscope is specific to birth time and birth place. It becomes your soul’s blueprint everywhere. However, your Astrocartography chart is unique for each location. It’s based on the planetary/celestial bodies positions in a location at the moment you were born.
In other words, your ASC chart is your astrological natal chart superimposed on a world map. This locational resonance continues for a lifetime and activates different parts of you in various places.
The Astrocartography location guide helps you discover your power places on Earth. It maps out where certain energies within are activated by geographical locations.
Travel & Location Astrology is a valuable tool for navigating our life purpose, that is activated through the power of place. Charting the course of life cycles in a meaningful way is one of the biggest challenges of life. Imagine, having a guide for this life adventure and finding your flow in all areas of life through location.
How to Read Your Astrocartography Chart
Beginners will learn most from a professional astrology reading on their Astrocartography chart. As an avid traveler to 100+ countries and astrologer, I have done Astrocartography readings with clients from all over the world. I am available for Astrocartography Readings.
You can generate your own Astrocartography and Relocation Charts at Astro.com. Here, you enter your exact birth time and place into their software. I mostly use the astrology software, Solar Fire.
Here are the key factors to understand in your Astrocartography Chart:
Planets/Celestial Bodies
4 Cardinal Points
Planetary Lines
Paran Lines
Relocation Map
Aspects & Midpoints
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First, you need to be able to understand some basic astrological language. Here’s quick attributes describing the energies of the planets and the signs they rule. Please see above her Birth and Astrocartography charts for reference.
Celestial Body/Zodiac Sign Attributes
Sun/Leo: Ego Purpose and Life Force
Moon/Cancer: Emotion, Home and Family
Mercury/Gemini: Left-brain Intelligence, Communication, Domestic Travel and Curiosity
Venus/Taurus or Earth: Love, Law of Attraction and Money
Mars/Aries: Passion, Drive and Will
Jupiter/Sagitarius: Philosophy, International Travel and Spirituality
Saturn/Capricorn: Goals, Discipline, Success/Failure, Delays and Karma
Uranus/Aquarius: Uniqueness, Genius, Future-oriented and Innovation
Neptune/Pisces: Intuition, Spiritual, Addictions, Transcendence
Pluto/Scorpio: Death, Sex, Occult and Transformation
North Node: Soul Purpose and Dharma
Chiron Comet: Wounded Healer
4 Cardinal Points (Angles of Birth Chart) Relocated
& How to Find in Astrocartography Chart
Planets on the angles are highly activated and influenced by the Cardinal Points. By knowing your Astrocartography chart, you can relocate to your power places, where a planet is on an angle.
Please note: The energies are not specific to the Angle/Planet “Lines.” The energies radiate from the “lines” affecting energies in the relative vicinity.
Here are the the 4 angles with examples from Princess of Wales, Diana’s astrocartography chart.
Midheaven (MC) planetary vertical lines show the symbols at the top (north) of the chart and stretch south. These MC lines represent locations in the world that strongly influence your career, ambitions or recognition in the world.
For example, Neptune lies on Princess Diana’s Midheaven in Bosnia. In 1997, Diana visited landmine victims in Bosnia as a humanitarian ambassador. This was considered a compassionate, yet risky crusade. She manifested Neptune at its highest in service, with a somewhat martyred role.
Nadir (IC) planetary vertical lines show the symbols at the nadir or bottom (south) of the chart and stretch north. These IC lines represent locations in the world where you may feel more rooted or at home.
I share Princess Diana’s ASC/Natal Charts
to show examples of how Astrocartography works.
For example, Princess Diana’s Jupiter lies on her Nadir (IC) in New York City. During her solo NYC tour in 1989, America fell in love with her. She became known for breaking down stigmas for AIDS patients. In a highly publicized visit to Harlem Hospital, she was hands on with underprivileged children and AIDS patients. She became a royal icon, breaking barriers between the rich and poor, while reducing stigma of AIDS.
Ascendent (AS) planetary lines show the symbols on sides (east and west) of chart following the wavy line as white (AC) and black (DC). The Ascendant lines activate your personality and persona with the energies of planet on it.
For example, Princess Diana’s Jupiter lies on the ascendant in Angola. Like Bosnia, she visited Angola as part of her anti-landmine crusade. Many perceived her as risking her life as she walked through dangerous mine fields. This publicity sent shockwaves around the world, that a princess endangered her life to advocate for the victims.
Descendent (DS) planetary lines show symbols on sides (east and west) of chart following wavy line as white (ASC) and black (DSC). The Descendent represents your relationships and the people you attract into your life, influenced by the planet on it.
For example, Princess Diana’s Mercury is on the Descendent in Paris. This is where she died with her partner, Dodi Fayad in a car accident while fleeing the paparazzi. Car transportation corresponds with Mercury/Gemini. There are 2 monuments for Diana in Paris marking the day the world stopped with grief for the world’s princess. However, being a lover of the arts, Diana spent many happy days in Paris enjoying shopping, food and the arts with friends.
Paran Lines Where Angles Intersect
Paran Lines show where MC/IC and AS/DS lines intersect on the world map at your birth time. These are power places where your energetic streams synergize. Even more, from the intersection point, a longitudinal line is mapped around the world.
For example, Princess Diana’s Paran Lines in Zimbabwe are significant, where her Moon/AS line intersects with her Venus/IC line. Her unconditional, maternal love radiated her, where she served another humanitarian role.
This time, she broke down barriers with the Red Cross Leprosy Mission in Zimbabwe. Once again, she offered her tactile, compassionate approach, breaking stigmas for leprosy patients worldwide. (She also continued her work as a Patron of Leprosy to India and Nepal.)
Relocation Map/Birth Chart
Your relocation chart is just as important as your birth chart. They should be analyzed individually and compared to each other. Your birth chart is your blueprint and the same where ever you go. The relocation chart works for a certain location, at the specific time you were born. This will resonate with you for a lifetime.
For example, Princess Diana was born in England. Her relocation to Sarajevo, Bosnia is interesting in context of her controversial 1997 Anti-Landmine Campaign. She was shockingly filmed walking through minefields in Bosnia.
Her relocation chart in Sarajevo moves planets to later time. (see above) This places her compassionate Neptune (martyr) on the Midheaven and her Sun and Mercury in 6th house of service. Even more, her Capricorn ascendant here personifies the seriousness and restrictive nature of the visit.
Lastly, Aspects and Midpoints
This is where all the empty spaces on the chart become filled. The astrological aspects are the relationship or angles between planets. I utilize the main aspects between planets (trine, square, conjunction, opposition and sextile). Midpoints are just that, a location half-way between 2 planets. I interpret the aspects and angles last, to break down the layers of analysis more easily.
For example, Princess Dianna’s Stellium (cluster) of Pluto, Mars, North Node and Uranus form multiple conjunctions with her Ic in Australia. Also, her Venus/Asc goes through Australia creating 2 Paran lines with North Node/Ic and Moon/Mc.
Princess Di and Charles performed their first Royal Tour in Australia in 1983. Here, Princess Diana became introduced to the world and everyone fell in love with her. She once again, broke royalty norms by bringing their eldest son, Prince William.
Overall, Just Getting Started…
There are many layers to Travel and Location Astrology or Astrocartography! This article only scratches the surface. Hopefully, you found this helpful. If you want to learn more and receive guidance from a professional, contact me for a reading.