Astrocartography and Your Birth Chart

Astrocartography, or Celestial Doorways astrology, is a tool that can help you see how different areas of the world feel energetically for you. By taking your natal chart and mapping out the sky from where you were born, an astrocartographer can pinpoint locations around the globe that hold special meaning for you based on the planetary energies present at that time.

When you have your natal chart, an astrocartographer will create a map that shows lines for not just the sun, but all of the planets and whether they were rising, setting, peaking at their highest point in the sky (called culmination), or at their lowest point (called anti-culmination). Then, they will identify which celestial bodies are on each line and what that means to you.

Charting Your Course: Astrocartography as a Tool for Personal Exploration

For example, the Sun Line indicates a place where you’ll shine in life. Traveling to a destination that falls under this line can help you feel confident and empowered. It may also bring you opportunities for growth in your career and day-to-day interactions, depending on the type of planet found on the line.

While you can do astrocartography on your own, it’s generally a good idea to consult an astrologer who understands how to interpret your chart and astrocartography maps. “When you do a full natal chart reading, it’s important to include the astrocartography,” Kent says. “The two together provide a really complete picture of who you are and how to work with the energies of your life.” And while it’s true that changing your home, career, or relationship location might shift some of your natural tendencies, they will not shrug off the core wiring that is informed by your birth chart.