Such an assertion would surely seem absurdly grandiose to most in the world – and particularly so when the humble and relatively small Kirtland Temple, which is located in a leafy semi-rural suburb of Cleveland, Ohio, is compared to, say, St. Peter’s Basilica, St. Paul’s Cathedral, th...
This holy city is for Jews, Christians and Muslims. Jerusalem has always kept the aura of mystique for their own people. Jerusalem is proud with over 220 historic monuments with among them the wonderful dome of the rock (Dome of the Rock) from the VII century, the Wailing Wall and the t...
A five-foot (1.5 m) depression in the rock at the very top of the peak has made the mountain an extremely precious holy location to four religions. Buddhists believe that it is a footprint from Buddha; Hindus consider the footprint to be of Lord Shiva and Christians and Muslims consider...
Machu Picchu in Peru, which means “Old Peak,” is one of the most beautiful ancient sites in the world. According to legend, Machu Picchu was once a sacred place of the Inca people. The Inca erected a plethora stone structures and turned the entire site into a work of art. Two thousa...
On the right bank of the Dnieper River in Kiev liesKyiv Pechersk Lavra, one of the most historic and holy sites in Eastern Orthodoxy. Founded in 1051 as a cave monastery, this sprawling complex expanded over the centuries to become the cradle of Eastern Slavic Christianity. Today it continues...
Of Jerusalem's three most sacred sites, only one is holy to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. All three faiths share stories that tie the sacred mountain to each religion and tie the religions to each other.New Words:Sepulchre: (n.) A receptacle for sacred relics, especially in an altar. ...
Churches are holy place to worship for christians. Christian culture is not limited to only one or two countries, but it exists in every country. Every country hold large number of christian people either of the same country or migrated people so, they also have large number of holy churches...
Travel the globe in search of these intriguing historic sites. Landmarks give us a true sense of place. Monuments and natural wonders help connect us to a destination and inspire trips around the globe, whether toParisfor the Eiffel Tower or Giza (nearCairo) for the ancient pyramids. All ...
Ancient Rome and Colosseum– Visit one of the world’s most impressive ancient sites Vatican City Tour– Get to know a one-of-its-kind holy site for Christians Amalfi Coast Roadtrip– Drive the scenic Amalfi Coast and see its stunning villages ...
Located near Mykonos, the island of Delos is one of the most important mythological, historical and archaeological sites in Greece. Delos had a position as a holy sanctuary for a millennium before Olympian Greek mythology made it the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The Terrace of the Lions wa...