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Sacred Sites

This dataset contains information about significant religious and cultural sites from around the world. Each entry includes details such as the site's name, its location, its religious affiliation, geographical coordinates, and a brief description of its significance.

  1. Site Name: The name of the religious or cultural site.
  2. Country: The country where the site is located.
  3. Religious Affiliation: The primary religion or belief system associated with the site.
  4. Coordinates: The geographical coordinates (latitude and longitude) of the site.
  5. Description: A brief description detailing the site's historical or cultural significance.

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Site Name Country Religious Affiliation Coordinates Description
Kaaba Saudi Arabia Islam 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E The most sacred site in Islam located in Mecca.
St. Peter's Basilica Vatican City Christianity 41.9029° N, 12.4534° E Renowned Renaissance church and pilgrimage site.
Lake Titicaca Peru/Bolivia Inca Religion -15.765° S, -69.529° W Sacred lake considered the birthplace of the Inca civilization.
Western Wall Israel Judaism 31.7767° N, 35.2355° E A sacred site for Jewish prayer and pilgrimage in Jerusalem.
Angkor Wat Cambodia Hinduism/Buddhism 13.4125° N, 103.8637° E The largest religious monument in the world originally built for Hinduism.
Meenakshi Temple India Hinduism 9.875° N, 78.0972° E Historic temple dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi in Madurai.
Mount Sinai Egypt Abrahamic religions 28.5404° N, 33.9757° E Biblical site where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments.
Shwedagon Pagoda Myanmar Buddhism 16.7989° N, 96.1491° E Famous golden Buddhist stupa located in Yangon.
Stonehenge United Kingdom Neolithic religion 51.1789° N, 1.8262° W Prehistoric monument of standing stones with various hypotheses on its functions.
Vatican Museums Vatican City Christianity 41.9065° N, 12.4537° E Home to thousands of artworks and artifacts, including the Sistine Chapel.
Golden Temple India Sikhism 31.6200° N, 74.8761° E Sacred gurdwara in Amritsar, known for its stunning architecture.
Mount Fuji Japan Shinto 35.3606° N, 138.7274° E A sacred mountain and icon of Japan, frequented by pilgrims.
Holiest Tree of Islam Saudi Arabia Islam 21.3891° N, 39.7876° E Tree located in Medina, significant in Islamic history.
Notre-Dame de Paris France Christianity 48.8534° N, 2.3488° E Medieval Catholic cathedral famous for its French Gothic architecture.
Bodh Gaya India Buddhism 24.6951° N, 84.9929° E Site where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment.
Chichen Itza Mexico Maya Religion 20.6843° N, 88.5678° W Famous archaeological site with pyramid considered sacred by the Maya.
Sarnath India Buddhism 25.4634° N, 82. fahr5° E Location where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment.
Jerusalem Israel Abrahamic religions 31.7683° N, 35.2137° E Holy city for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Mount Zion Israel Judaism/Christianity 31.7742° N, 35.2176° E Hills significantly mentioned in biblical narratives.
Angkor Thom Cambodia Hinduism/Buddhism 13.4122° N, 103.8673° E Former capital of the Khmer Empire with significant religious architecture.
Temple of Heaven China Taoism 39.8822° N, 116.4062° E Religious site for prayer ceremonies for good harvests.
Pyramids of Giza Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 29.9792° N, 31.1342° E Iconic tomb structures with significant cultural and religious importance.
Sveta Nedelja Macedonia Christianity 41.6478° N, 21.5102° E Church historically significant to Orthodox Christianity.
St. Mary's Cathedral Australia Christianity -33.8708° S, 151.2083° E Major Catholic church in Sydney known for its architecture.
Glastonbury Abbey United Kingdom Christianity 51.2094° N, -2.7186° W Historic site associated with Arthurian legends and Christian history.
Taj Mahal India Islam 27.1751° N, 78.0421° E Mausoleum built as a symbol of love, recognized for its beauty.
Temple of Apollo Greece Ancient Greek Religion 37.4481° N, 22.3934° E Ancient site known for its oracles and worship of Apollo.
Uluru Australia Aboriginal Spirituality 25.3449° S, 131.0369° E Sacred sandstone monolith to the Anangu people.
Zoroastrian Towers of Silence Iran Zoroastrianism 29.6710° N, 52.5451° E Historical site for ritual exposure of the dead.
Domus Aurea Italy Roman Religion 41.8902° N, 12.4922° E Nero's Golden House, reflecting ancient Roman imperial power.
St. Basil's Cathedral Russia Christianity 55.7558° N, 37.6173° E Iconic church known for its colorful domes located in Moscow.
Shikoku Pilgrimage Japan Buddhism 34.1700° N, 134.8800° E Buddhist pilgrimage route with 88 temples around Shikoku island.
Ancient Kourion Cyprus Ancient Greek Religion 34.3432° N, 32.3597° E Archaeological site with Greco-Roman ruins significant for ancient worship.
Borobudur Indonesia Buddhism 7.6079° S, 110.2023° E Largest Buddhist temple complex in the world.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre Israel Christianity 31.7780° N, 35.2295° E Site of Jesus's crucifixion and burial.
Site of the Last Supper Italy Christianity 45.4654° N, 9.1816° E Location where Jesus shared his final meal with disciples.
Shamans' Hill Mongolia Tengrism 42.7500° N, 106.0000° E Site of ancient rituals and shamanistic worship.
Akshardham Temple India Hinduism 28.6129° N, 77.2786° E Grand temple showcasing Hindu culture and spirituality.
Alhambra Spain Islam 37.7765° N, -3.5881° W Palace and fortress complex with Islamic architectural significance.
Château de Versailles France Christianity 48.8049° N, 2.1202° E Royal residence with historical importance in French and Christian history.
Ganges River India Hinduism 25.2744° N, 82.9753° E Considered a sacred river important for rituals and spirituality.
Sistine Chapel Vatican City Christianity 41.9029° N, 12.4502° E Home to masterpieces of Renaissance art and papal services.
Haka Saka Shrine Japan Shinto 35.5625° N, 136.9603° E Shinto shrine with historical significance and beautiful landscapes.
Temple of Karnak Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 25.7189° N, 32.6576° E A large temple complex dedicated to the Theban triad.
Catedral de Santiago de Compostela Spain Christianity 42.8800° N, -8.5448° W Famous pilgrimage site marking the burial of Apostle James.
Shwedagon Pagoda Myanmar Buddhism 16.8035° N, 96.1482° E Ancient pagoda with historical significance in Burmese culture.
Stone Circle at Callanish Scotland Neolithic religion 58.2062° N, -6.7089° W Ancient stone circle associated with rituals.
Basilica of Saint John Lateran Italy Christianity 41.8902° N, 12.4992° E Cathedral church of the Roman Pope, highly significant in Catholicism.
Lotus Temple India Bahá'í 28.5535° N, 77.2588° E Bahá'í house of worship known for its flower-like architecture.
Machu Picchu Peru Inca Religion -13.1631° S, -72.5450° W Incan citadel set high in the Andes with ceremonial significance.
Christ the Redeemer Brazil Christianity -22.9519° S, -43.2105° W Iconic statue and cultural symbol of Christianity in Rio de Janeiro.
Shalimar Gardens Pakistan Mughal 34.1000° N, 74.2268° E Historic gardens reflecting Mughal architecture and spirituality.
St. Augustine's Cathedral USA Christianity 32.7493° N, -82.0735° W Historic Catholic cathedral significant in American religious history.
Kiyomizu-dera Japan Buddhism 34.9949° N, 135.7850° E Historic temple with a wooden stage and stunning views.
Divine Mercy Shrine USA Christianity 42.1242° N, -72.3572° W Center for devotion to the Divine Mercy of Jesus Christ.
Wangdue Phodrang Dzong Bhutan Buddhism 27.0944° N, 89.1815° E Historic fortress and administrative center linked to Buddhism.
Temple of Hatshepsut Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 25.7335° N, 32.6013° E Mortuary temple dedicated to Pharaoh Hatshepsut.
Ruwenzori Mountains Uganda/Democratic Republic of the Congo Local Religion 0.1000° N, 29.7500° E Sacred mountains associated with local spiritual beliefs.
St. Mary's Church USA Christianity 40.7359° N, -73.9994° W Significant church in the heart of New York City.
Yosemite Valley USA Native American Spirituality 37.8651° N, -119.5383° W Site of spiritual significance for Indigenous peoples.
Seville Cathedral Spain Christianity 37.3886° N, -5.9823° W Largest Gothic cathedral known for its rich history.
Harmandir Sahib India Sikhism 31.6200° N, 74.8761° E Golden Temple, a central place of worship in Sikhism.
Dhamek Stupa India Buddhism 25.4654° N, 82.6855° E Significant Buddhist stupa where Buddha gave his first sermon.
The Way of St. James Spain Christianity 42.8800° N, -8.5448° W Pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Japan Shinto 34.9668° N, 135.7722° E Famous Shinto shrine known for its thousands of torii gates.
pyramid of the Sun Mexico Ancient Aztec Religion 19.6925° N, -98.8439° W Largest pyramid in Teotihuacan, significant for ancient worship.
Painted Hills USA Indigenous Spirituality 44.7285° N, -120.3052° W Landform sacred to various Native American tribes.
Cliffs of Moher Ireland Celtic Religion 52.9715° N, -9.4263° W Natural site linked to ancient Celtic spirituality.
Serra da Estrela Portugal Christianity/Local Religion 40.3286° N, -7.6057° W Mountain range reflected in local spiritual practices.
Ziggurat of Ur Iraq Ancient Sumerian Religion 30.9640° N, 46.1033° E Ancient step pyramid reflecting Sumerian worship.
Deer Park Monastery Vietnam Zen Buddhism 20.9342° N, 105.8342° E Monastery established by Thich Nhat Hanh for mindfulness practices.
Krak des Chevaliers Syria Christianity/Muslim 34.4545° N, 36.0809° E Medieval castle significant in the crusades.
Great Wall of China China Traditional Religion 40.4319° N, 116.5704° E Historical monument with cultural and spiritual significance in Chinese identity.
El Escorial Spain Christianity 40.5903° N, -4.1388° W Palace and monastery reflecting historical Catholic power.
The Great Pyramid of Giza Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 29.9792° N, 31.1342° E The last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Heliopolis Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 30.1000° N, 31.3000° E Ancient city of sun worship significant in Egyptian mythology.
Herat Citadel Afghanistan Islam 34.3483° N, 62.1990° E Historic site with connections to Islamic history.
Sacred Valley Peru Inca Religion -13.2894° S, -72.1531° W Region of sacred importance to the Inca civilization.
Aksum Obelisk Ethiopia Ethiopian Orthodox 14.1349° N, 38.7756° E Ancient obelisk significant in Ethiopian history and Christianity.
Chavín de Huantar Peru Chavín Religion -9.3489° S, -77.1204° W Archaeological site with significant ceremonial temples.
Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela Ethiopia Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity 12.0346° N, 39.0389° E Famous monolithic churches carved from rock.
Chatres Cathedral France Christianity 48.4572° N, 1.4907° E Gothic masterpiece known for its stunning stained glass.
Jodhpur Umaid Bhawan Palace India Hinduism 26.2935° N, 73.🥲15° E Palace with historical significance and a place of worship.
Qingming Festival at the Tombs China Confucianism 35.0000° N, 105.0000° E Traditional festival for honoring ancestors.
Gioia dei Marsi Italy Christianity 42.0294° N, 13.6144° E Historic church with significant connections to Christian history.
Scarborough Castle United Kingdom Christianity 54.2644° N, -0.4021° W Historic castle linked to both secular and religious history.
Nidaros Cathedral Norway Christianity 63.4301° N, 10.3954° E Norway's national sanctuary and significant for pilgrimage.
Ujijima Island Japan Shinto 34.4699° N, 135.8721° E Island with sacred shrines integral to Japanese spirituality.
San Juan Chamula Mexico Mayan Religion/Christianity 16.7451° N, -92.6563° W Town known for its unique blend of Mayan and Christian rituals.
Boyana Church Bulgaria Christianity 42.6306° N, 23.2993° E Medieval church known for its frescoes, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Statue of Liberty USA Secular/Religious 40.6892° N, -74.0445° W Symbol of freedom with cultural and historical significance.
Somnath Temple India Hinduism 20.8522° N, 70.4013° E One of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Cappadocia Turkey Christianity 38.9637° N, 34.9098° E Region known for cave churches and historic Christian communities.
Cappella Palatina Italy Christianity 38.1157° N, 13.3615° E Palatine Chapel renowned for its mosaics and architecture.
Mezquita-Catedral Spain Islam/Christianity 37.8838° N, -4.7794° W Mosque-cathedral blending Muslim and Christian architecture.
Hollywood Sign USA Secular/Religious 34.1341° N, -118.3215° W Icon representing the American film industry; significant in popular culture.
Burj Khalifa United Arab Emirates Secular 25.1972° N, 55.2744° E Tallest building in the world, significant for modern architecture.
The Colosseum Italy Ancient Roman Religion 41.8902° N, 12.4922° E Ancient amphitheater significant in Roman cultural and religious history.
La Sagrada Familia Spain Christianity 41.4036° N, 2.1744° E Famous basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí, representing modernist architecture.
Acropolis of Athens Greece Ancient Greek Religion 37.9715° N, 23.7255° E Famous ancient citadel with significant historical temples.
Westminster Abbey United Kingdom Christianity 51.4992° N, -0.1270° W A Gothic church with historical significance for British royalty.
Chapel of the Holy Cross USA Christianity 34.5929° N, -111.8801° W Church built into the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona.
Old St. Peter's Basilica Italy Christianity 41.9020° N, 12.4534° E Historic basilica before the present-day St. Peter's Basilica.
Ta Prohm Temple Cambodia Buddhism 13.4344° N, 103.8794° E Temple embraced by nature, known for its roots and trees.
Kinkaku-ji Japan Buddhism 35.0393° N, 135.7292° E Golden Pavilion, famous Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto.
Temple of the Sun Peru Inca Religion -13.5292° S, -71.9861° W Temple dedicated to the Incan Sun God, Inti.
Jain Temples of Dilwara India Jainism 25.5879° N, 72.6293° E Significant temples renowned for their intricate marble architecture.
St. Andrew's Cathedral Scotland Christianity 56.3427° N, -2.7962° W Historic seat of the Church of Scotland.
Hindu Temple at Tirupati India Hinduism 13.6288° N, 79.3972° E Famous temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara.
Prambanan Temple Indonesia Hinduism -7.7511° S, 110.4912° E A UNESCO World Heritage Site and largest Hindu temple in Indonesia.
Karnak Temple Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 25.7189° N, 32.6576° E One of the largest religious buildings in the world dedicated to Amun.
Graceland USA Secular 35.0454° N, -90.0257° W Home of Elvis Presley, significant in music and cultural history.
Chichen Itza Mexico Maya Religion 20.6843° N, -88.5678° W Famous archaeological site important for ancient Maya worship.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City Mexico Christianity 19.4326° N, -99.1332° W Significant church reflecting colonial history.
Golden Pavilion Japan Buddhism 35.0393° N, 135.7292° E Zen temple famous for its beautiful gold leaf design.
Universal Studios Hollywood USA Secular 34.1381° N, -118.3534° W Theme park with cultural significance related to film entertainment.
Palace of Versailles France Christianity 48.8049° N, 2.1202° E Former royal residence reflecting the power of the French monarchy.
Mont-Saint-Michel France Christianity 48.6362° N, -1.5113° W Island commune with significant abbey and pilgrimage site.
Isle of Iona Scotland Christianity 56.3130° N, -6.1182° W Historic site associated with early Celtic Christianity.
Stone Henge United Kingdom Neolithic religion 51.1789° N, -1.8262° W Prehistoric monument with various cultural interpretations.
Sacred Headwaters Canada Indigenous belief 57.2263° N, -126.7060° W Area significant to the Kwawkwaka'wakw Nation.
Château de Chambord France Christianity/Secular 47.6162° N, 1.5161° E Renaissance chateau reflecting the cultural heritage of France.
Mount Athos Greece Christianity 40.2201° N, 24.3708° E Monastic community known for its Orthodox spiritual significance.
The Alhambra Spain Islam 37.7765° N, -3.5881° W Historic fortress and palace known for its Islamic architecture.
Shrine of the Book Israel Judaism 31.7725° N, 35.1866° E Part of the Israel Museum housing the Dead Sea Scrolls.
National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche USA Christianity 29.9304° N, -81.3272° W Historic Catholic shrine significant to Hispanic culture.
Taos Pueblo USA Native American Spirituality 36.4048° N, -105.5775° W Historic site significant to the Pueblo people.
Tiger's Nest Monastery Bhutan Buddhism 27.4899° N, 89.6742° E Buddhist monastery perched on a cliff with cultural significance.
Bellagio Fountains USA Secular 36.1125° N, -115.1739° W Famous choreographed water fountain show.
Giotto's Bell Tower Italy Christianity 43.7732° N, 11.2588° E Campanile of Florence Cathedral offering stunning views.
Pantheon Italy Ancient Roman Religion 41.9022° N, 12.4539° E Ancient Roman temple now a Christian church.
St. Louis Cathedral USA Christianity 29.9572° N, -90.0639° W Iconic cathedral in the heart of the French Quarter.
St. George's Cathedral South Africa Christianity -33.9258° S, 18.4233° E Significant Anglican cathedral in Cape Town.
Palermo Cathedral Italy Christianity 38.1156° N, 13.3615° E Historic cathedral showcasing Arab-Norman architecture.
Tenrikyo Church Headquarters Japan Tenrikyo 35.6226° N, 136.1506° E Spiritual center for Tenrikyo followers.
Consecration Temple Yemen Islam 15.3695° N, 44.1884° E Sacred site significant in Islamic traditions.
Uffizi Gallery Italy Secular/Religious 43.7688° N, 11.2555° E Renowned art museum with religious masterpieces.
Metropolitan Museum of Art USA Secular/Religious 40.7794° N, -73.9632° W One of the world's largest and finest art museums, including religious artifacts.
Paris Opera House France Secular 48.8708° N, 2.3314° E Iconic opera house known for its opulent architecture.
Acacia Avenue South Africa Indigenous Spirituality -33.9258° S, 18.4233° E Historic site of local spiritual significance.
Fag El Gamus Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion 29.6665° N, 31.1133° E Sacred site related to ancient Egyptian funerary practices.
Karnak, Egypt Ancient Egyptian Religion,25.7189° N 32.6576° E A vast temple complex dedicated to multiple deities. NaN
Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal Canada Christianity 45.5053° N, -73.5554° W Famous basilica known for its stunning interior and Gothic Revival architecture.
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