| 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. |