Spiritual seekers have flocked to Ojai Valley for more than a century on a quest for truth, wisdom and self knowledge. In the area’s many meditation centers, esoteric libraries, pilgrimage sites and awe-inspiring natural spaces, modern day visitors can follow in their footsteps.
Deborah Netburn covers faith, spirituality and joy for the Los Angeles Times. She started at The Times in 2006 and has worked across a wide range of sections including entertainment, home and garden, national news, technology and science.
Mark E. Potts is the senior editor for video at the Los Angeles Times. A native of Enid, Okla., Potts graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a master’s degree in broadcast journalism. He has created and edited video for DreamWorks, YouTube, Microsoft, Sony and BET.