| | Site Name | Country | Religious Affiliation | Coordinates | Description | |----:|:----------------------------------------|:----------------------------------------|:--------------------------------|:-----------------------------------------------------|:----------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 0 | Kaaba | Saudi Arabia | Islam | 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E | The most sacred site in Islam located in Mecca. | | 1 | St. Peter's Basilica | Vatican City | Christianity | 41.9029° N, 12.4534° E | Renowned Renaissance church and pilgrimage site. | | 2 | Lake Titicaca | Peru/Bolivia | Inca Religion | -15.765° S, -69.529° W | Sacred lake considered the birthplace of the Inca civilization. | | 3 | Western Wall | Israel | Judaism | 31.7767° N, 35.2355° E | A sacred site for Jewish prayer and pilgrimage in Jerusalem. | | 4 | Angkor Wat | Cambodia | Hinduism/Buddhism | 13.4125° N, 103.8637° E | The largest religious monument in the world originally built for Hinduism. | | 5 | Meenakshi Temple | India | Hinduism | 9.875° N, 78.0972° E | Historic temple dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi in Madurai. | | 6 | Mount Sinai | Egypt | Abrahamic religions | 28.5404° N, 33.9757° E | Biblical site where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments. | | 7 | Shwedagon Pagoda | Myanmar | Buddhism | 16.7989° N, 96.1491° E | Famous golden Buddhist stupa located in Yangon. | | 8 | Stonehenge | United Kingdom | Neolithic religion | 51.1789° N, 1.8262° W | Prehistoric monument of standing stones with various hypotheses on its functions. | | 9 | Vatican Museums | Vatican City | Christianity | 41.9065° N, 12.4537° E | Home to thousands of artworks and artifacts, including the Sistine Chapel. | | 10 | Golden Temple | India | Sikhism | 31.6200° N, 74.8761° E | Sacred gurdwara in Amritsar, known for its stunning architecture. | | 11 | Mount Fuji | Japan | Shinto | 35.3606° N, 138.7274° E | A sacred mountain and icon of Japan, frequented by pilgrims. | | 12 | Holiest Tree of Islam | Saudi Arabia | Islam | 21.3891° N, 39.7876° E | Tree located in Medina, significant in Islamic history. | | 13 | Notre-Dame de Paris | France | Christianity | 48.8534° N, 2.3488° E | Medieval Catholic cathedral famous for its French Gothic architecture. | | 14 | Bodh Gaya | India | Buddhism | 24.6951° N, 84.9929° E | Site where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment. | | 15 | Chichen Itza | Mexico | Maya Religion | 20.6843° N, 88.5678° W | Famous archaeological site with pyramid considered sacred by the Maya. | | 16 | Sarnath | India | Buddhism | 25.4634° N, 82. fahr5° E | Location where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment. | | 17 | Jerusalem | Israel | Abrahamic religions | 31.7683° N, 35.2137° E | Holy city for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. | | 18 | Mount Zion | Israel | Judaism/Christianity | 31.7742° N, 35.2176° E | Hills significantly mentioned in biblical narratives. | | 19 | Angkor Thom | Cambodia | Hinduism/Buddhism | 13.4122° N, 103.8673° E | Former capital of the Khmer Empire with significant religious architecture. | | 20 | Temple of Heaven | China | Taoism | 39.8822° N, 116.4062° E | Religious site for prayer ceremonies for good harvests. | | 21 | Pyramids of Giza | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 29.9792° N, 31.1342° E | Iconic tomb structures with significant cultural and religious importance. | | 22 | Sveta Nedelja | Macedonia | Christianity | 41.6478° N, 21.5102° E | Church historically significant to Orthodox Christianity. | | 23 | St. Mary's Cathedral | Australia | Christianity | -33.8708° S, 151.2083° E | Major Catholic church in Sydney known for its architecture. | | 24 | Glastonbury Abbey | United Kingdom | Christianity | 51.2094° N, -2.7186° W | Historic site associated with Arthurian legends and Christian history. | | 25 | Taj Mahal | India | Islam | 27.1751° N, 78.0421° E | Mausoleum built as a symbol of love, recognized for its beauty. | | 26 | Temple of Apollo | Greece | Ancient Greek Religion | 37.4481° N, 22.3934° E | Ancient site known for its oracles and worship of Apollo. | | 27 | Uluru | Australia | Aboriginal Spirituality | 25.3449° S, 131.0369° E | Sacred sandstone monolith to the Anangu people. | | 28 | Zoroastrian Towers of Silence | Iran | Zoroastrianism | 29.6710° N, 52.5451° E | Historical site for ritual exposure of the dead. | | 29 | Domus Aurea | Italy | Roman Religion | 41.8902° N, 12.4922° E | Nero's Golden House, reflecting ancient Roman imperial power. | | 30 | St. Basil's Cathedral | Russia | Christianity | 55.7558° N, 37.6173° E | Iconic church known for its colorful domes located in Moscow. | | 31 | Shikoku Pilgrimage | Japan | Buddhism | 34.1700° N, 134.8800° E | Buddhist pilgrimage route with 88 temples around Shikoku island. | | 32 | Ancient Kourion | Cyprus | Ancient Greek Religion | 34.3432° N, 32.3597° E | Archaeological site with Greco-Roman ruins significant for ancient worship. | | 33 | Borobudur | Indonesia | Buddhism | 7.6079° S, 110.2023° E | Largest Buddhist temple complex in the world. | | 34 | Church of the Holy Sepulchre | Israel | Christianity | 31.7780° N, 35.2295° E | Site of Jesus's crucifixion and burial. | | 35 | Site of the Last Supper | Italy | Christianity | 45.4654° N, 9.1816° E | Location where Jesus shared his final meal with disciples. | | 36 | Shamans' Hill | Mongolia | Tengrism | 42.7500° N, 106.0000° E | Site of ancient rituals and shamanistic worship. | | 37 | Akshardham Temple | India | Hinduism | 28.6129° N, 77.2786° E | Grand temple showcasing Hindu culture and spirituality. | | 38 | Alhambra | Spain | Islam | 37.7765° N, -3.5881° W | Palace and fortress complex with Islamic architectural significance. | | 39 | Château de Versailles | France | Christianity | 48.8049° N, 2.1202° E | Royal residence with historical importance in French and Christian history. | | 40 | Ganges River | India | Hinduism | 25.2744° N, 82.9753° E | Considered a sacred river important for rituals and spirituality. | | 41 | Sistine Chapel | Vatican City | Christianity | 41.9029° N, 12.4502° E | Home to masterpieces of Renaissance art and papal services. | | 42 | Haka Saka Shrine | Japan | Shinto | 35.5625° N, 136.9603° E | Shinto shrine with historical significance and beautiful landscapes. | | 43 | Temple of Karnak | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 25.7189° N, 32.6576° E | A large temple complex dedicated to the Theban triad. | | 44 | Catedral de Santiago de Compostela | Spain | Christianity | 42.8800° N, -8.5448° W | Famous pilgrimage site marking the burial of Apostle James. | | 45 | Shwedagon Pagoda | Myanmar | Buddhism | 16.8035° N, 96.1482° E | Ancient pagoda with historical significance in Burmese culture. | | 46 | Stone Circle at Callanish | Scotland | Neolithic religion | 58.2062° N, -6.7089° W | Ancient stone circle associated with rituals. | | 47 | Basilica of Saint John Lateran | Italy | Christianity | 41.8902° N, 12.4992° E | Cathedral church of the Roman Pope, highly significant in Catholicism. | | 48 | Lotus Temple | India | Bahá'í | 28.5535° N, 77.2588° E | Bahá'í house of worship known for its flower-like architecture. | | 49 | Machu Picchu | Peru | Inca Religion | -13.1631° S, -72.5450° W | Incan citadel set high in the Andes with ceremonial significance. | | 50 | Christ the Redeemer | Brazil | Christianity | -22.9519° S, -43.2105° W | Iconic statue and cultural symbol of Christianity in Rio de Janeiro. | | 51 | Shalimar Gardens | Pakistan | Mughal | 34.1000° N, 74.2268° E | Historic gardens reflecting Mughal architecture and spirituality. | | 52 | St. Augustine's Cathedral | USA | Christianity | 32.7493° N, -82.0735° W | Historic Catholic cathedral significant in American religious history. | | 53 | Kiyomizu-dera | Japan | Buddhism | 34.9949° N, 135.7850° E | Historic temple with a wooden stage and stunning views. | | 54 | Divine Mercy Shrine | USA | Christianity | 42.1242° N, -72.3572° W | Center for devotion to the Divine Mercy of Jesus Christ. | | 55 | Wangdue Phodrang Dzong | Bhutan | Buddhism | 27.0944° N, 89.1815° E | Historic fortress and administrative center linked to Buddhism. | | 56 | Temple of Hatshepsut | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 25.7335° N, 32.6013° E | Mortuary temple dedicated to Pharaoh Hatshepsut. | | 57 | Ruwenzori Mountains | Uganda/Democratic Republic of the Congo | Local Religion | 0.1000° N, 29.7500° E | Sacred mountains associated with local spiritual beliefs. | | 58 | St. Mary's Church | USA | Christianity | 40.7359° N, -73.9994° W | Significant church in the heart of New York City. | | 59 | Yosemite Valley | USA | Native American Spirituality | 37.8651° N, -119.5383° W | Site of spiritual significance for Indigenous peoples. | | 60 | Seville Cathedral | Spain | Christianity | 37.3886° N, -5.9823° W | Largest Gothic cathedral known for its rich history. | | 61 | Harmandir Sahib | India | Sikhism | 31.6200° N, 74.8761° E | Golden Temple, a central place of worship in Sikhism. | | 62 | Dhamek Stupa | India | Buddhism | 25.4654° N, 82.6855° E | Significant Buddhist stupa where Buddha gave his first sermon. | | 63 | The Way of St. James | Spain | Christianity | 42.8800° N, -8.5448° W | Pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. | | 64 | Fushimi Inari-taisha | Japan | Shinto | 34.9668° N, 135.7722° E | Famous Shinto shrine known for its thousands of torii gates. | | 65 | pyramid of the Sun | Mexico | Ancient Aztec Religion | 19.6925° N, -98.8439° W | Largest pyramid in Teotihuacan, significant for ancient worship. | | 66 | Painted Hills | USA | Indigenous Spirituality | 44.7285° N, -120.3052° W | Landform sacred to various Native American tribes. | | 67 | Cliffs of Moher | Ireland | Celtic Religion | 52.9715° N, -9.4263° W | Natural site linked to ancient Celtic spirituality. | | 68 | Serra da Estrela | Portugal | Christianity/Local Religion | 40.3286° N, -7.6057° W | Mountain range reflected in local spiritual practices. | | 69 | Ziggurat of Ur | Iraq | Ancient Sumerian Religion | 30.9640° N, 46.1033° E | Ancient step pyramid reflecting Sumerian worship. | | 70 | Deer Park Monastery | Vietnam | Zen Buddhism | 20.9342° N, 105.8342° E | Monastery established by Thich Nhat Hanh for mindfulness practices. | | 71 | Krak des Chevaliers | Syria | Christianity/Muslim | 34.4545° N, 36.0809° E | Medieval castle significant in the crusades. | | 72 | Great Wall of China | China | Traditional Religion | 40.4319° N, 116.5704° E | Historical monument with cultural and spiritual significance in Chinese identity. | | 73 | El Escorial | Spain | Christianity | 40.5903° N, -4.1388° W | Palace and monastery reflecting historical Catholic power. | | 74 | 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. | | 75 | Heliopolis | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 30.1000° N, 31.3000° E | Ancient city of sun worship significant in Egyptian mythology. | | 76 | Herat Citadel | Afghanistan | Islam | 34.3483° N, 62.1990° E | Historic site with connections to Islamic history. | | 77 | Sacred Valley | Peru | Inca Religion | -13.2894° S, -72.1531° W | Region of sacred importance to the Inca civilization. | | 78 | Aksum Obelisk | Ethiopia | Ethiopian Orthodox | 14.1349° N, 38.7756° E | Ancient obelisk significant in Ethiopian history and Christianity. | | 79 | Chavín de Huantar | Peru | Chavín Religion | -9.3489° S, -77.1204° W | Archaeological site with significant ceremonial temples. | | 80 | Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela | Ethiopia | Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity | 12.0346° N, 39.0389° E | Famous monolithic churches carved from rock. | | 81 | Chatres Cathedral | France | Christianity | 48.4572° N, 1.4907° E | Gothic masterpiece known for its stunning stained glass. | | 82 | Jodhpur Umaid Bhawan Palace | India | Hinduism | 26.2935° N, 73.🥲15° E | Palace with historical significance and a place of worship. | | 83 | Qingming Festival at the Tombs | China | Confucianism | 35.0000° N, 105.0000° E | Traditional festival for honoring ancestors. | | 84 | Gioia dei Marsi | Italy | Christianity | 42.0294° N, 13.6144° E | Historic church with significant connections to Christian history. | | 85 | Scarborough Castle | United Kingdom | Christianity | 54.2644° N, -0.4021° W | Historic castle linked to both secular and religious history. | | 86 | Nidaros Cathedral | Norway | Christianity | 63.4301° N, 10.3954° E | Norway's national sanctuary and significant for pilgrimage. | | 87 | Ujijima Island | Japan | Shinto | 34.4699° N, 135.8721° E | Island with sacred shrines integral to Japanese spirituality. | | 88 | San Juan Chamula | Mexico | Mayan Religion/Christianity | 16.7451° N, -92.6563° W | Town known for its unique blend of Mayan and Christian rituals. | | 89 | Boyana Church | Bulgaria | Christianity | 42.6306° N, 23.2993° E | Medieval church known for its frescoes, UNESCO World Heritage Site. | | 90 | Statue of Liberty | USA | Secular/Religious | 40.6892° N, -74.0445° W | Symbol of freedom with cultural and historical significance. | | 91 | Somnath Temple | India | Hinduism | 20.8522° N, 70.4013° E | One of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. | | 92 | Cappadocia | Turkey | Christianity | 38.9637° N, 34.9098° E | Region known for cave churches and historic Christian communities. | | 93 | Cappella Palatina | Italy | Christianity | 38.1157° N, 13.3615° E | Palatine Chapel renowned for its mosaics and architecture. | | 94 | Mezquita-Catedral | Spain | Islam/Christianity | 37.8838° N, -4.7794° W | Mosque-cathedral blending Muslim and Christian architecture. | | 95 | Hollywood Sign | USA | Secular/Religious | 34.1341° N, -118.3215° W | Icon representing the American film industry; significant in popular culture. | | 96 | Burj Khalifa | United Arab Emirates | Secular | 25.1972° N, 55.2744° E | Tallest building in the world, significant for modern architecture. | | 97 | The Colosseum | Italy | Ancient Roman Religion | 41.8902° N, 12.4922° E | Ancient amphitheater significant in Roman cultural and religious history. | | 98 | La Sagrada Familia | Spain | Christianity | 41.4036° N, 2.1744° E | Famous basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí, representing modernist architecture. | | 99 | Acropolis of Athens | Greece | Ancient Greek Religion | 37.9715° N, 23.7255° E | Famous ancient citadel with significant historical temples. | | 100 | Westminster Abbey | United Kingdom | Christianity | 51.4992° N, -0.1270° W | A Gothic church with historical significance for British royalty. | | 101 | Chapel of the Holy Cross | USA | Christianity | 34.5929° N, -111.8801° W | Church built into the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona. | | 102 | Old St. Peter's Basilica | Italy | Christianity | 41.9020° N, 12.4534° E | Historic basilica before the present-day St. Peter's Basilica. | | 103 | Ta Prohm Temple | Cambodia | Buddhism | 13.4344° N, 103.8794° E | Temple embraced by nature, known for its roots and trees. | | 104 | Kinkaku-ji | Japan | Buddhism | 35.0393° N, 135.7292° E | Golden Pavilion, famous Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto. | | 105 | Temple of the Sun | Peru | Inca Religion | -13.5292° S, -71.9861° W | Temple dedicated to the Incan Sun God, Inti. | | 106 | Jain Temples of Dilwara | India | Jainism | 25.5879° N, 72.6293° E | Significant temples renowned for their intricate marble architecture. | | 107 | St. Andrew's Cathedral | Scotland | Christianity | 56.3427° N, -2.7962° W | Historic seat of the Church of Scotland. | | 108 | Hindu Temple at Tirupati | India | Hinduism | 13.6288° N, 79.3972° E | Famous temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. | | 109 | Prambanan Temple | Indonesia | Hinduism | -7.7511° S, 110.4912° E | A UNESCO World Heritage Site and largest Hindu temple in Indonesia. | | 110 | Karnak Temple | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 25.7189° N, 32.6576° E | One of the largest religious buildings in the world dedicated to Amun. | | 111 | Graceland | USA | Secular | 35.0454° N, -90.0257° W | Home of Elvis Presley, significant in music and cultural history. | | 112 | Chichen Itza | Mexico | Maya Religion | 20.6843° N, -88.5678° W | Famous archaeological site important for ancient Maya worship. | | 113 | Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City | Mexico | Christianity | 19.4326° N, -99.1332° W | Significant church reflecting colonial history. | | 114 | Golden Pavilion | Japan | Buddhism | 35.0393° N, 135.7292° E | Zen temple famous for its beautiful gold leaf design. | | 115 | Universal Studios Hollywood | USA | Secular | 34.1381° N, -118.3534° W | Theme park with cultural significance related to film entertainment. | | 116 | Palace of Versailles | France | Christianity | 48.8049° N, 2.1202° E | Former royal residence reflecting the power of the French monarchy. | | 117 | Mont-Saint-Michel | France | Christianity | 48.6362° N, -1.5113° W | Island commune with significant abbey and pilgrimage site. | | 118 | Isle of Iona | Scotland | Christianity | 56.3130° N, -6.1182° W | Historic site associated with early Celtic Christianity. | | 119 | Stone Henge | United Kingdom | Neolithic religion | 51.1789° N, -1.8262° W | Prehistoric monument with various cultural interpretations. | | 120 | Sacred Headwaters | Canada | Indigenous belief | 57.2263° N, -126.7060° W | Area significant to the Kwawkwaka'wakw Nation. | | 121 | Château de Chambord | France | Christianity/Secular | 47.6162° N, 1.5161° E | Renaissance chateau reflecting the cultural heritage of France. | | 122 | Mount Athos | Greece | Christianity | 40.2201° N, 24.3708° E | Monastic community known for its Orthodox spiritual significance. | | 123 | The Alhambra | Spain | Islam | 37.7765° N, -3.5881° W | Historic fortress and palace known for its Islamic architecture. | | 124 | Shrine of the Book | Israel | Judaism | 31.7725° N, 35.1866° E | Part of the Israel Museum housing the Dead Sea Scrolls. | | 125 | National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche | USA | Christianity | 29.9304° N, -81.3272° W | Historic Catholic shrine significant to Hispanic culture. | | 126 | Taos Pueblo | USA | Native American Spirituality | 36.4048° N, -105.5775° W | Historic site significant to the Pueblo people. | | 127 | Tiger's Nest Monastery | Bhutan | Buddhism | 27.4899° N, 89.6742° E | Buddhist monastery perched on a cliff with cultural significance. | | 128 | Bellagio Fountains | USA | Secular | 36.1125° N, -115.1739° W | Famous choreographed water fountain show. | | 129 | Giotto's Bell Tower | Italy | Christianity | 43.7732° N, 11.2588° E | Campanile of Florence Cathedral offering stunning views. | | 130 | Pantheon | Italy | Ancient Roman Religion | 41.9022° N, 12.4539° E | Ancient Roman temple now a Christian church. | | 131 | St. Louis Cathedral | USA | Christianity | 29.9572° N, -90.0639° W | Iconic cathedral in the heart of the French Quarter. | | 132 | St. George's Cathedral | South Africa | Christianity | -33.9258° S, 18.4233° E | Significant Anglican cathedral in Cape Town. | | 133 | Palermo Cathedral | Italy | Christianity | 38.1156° N, 13.3615° E | Historic cathedral showcasing Arab-Norman architecture. | | 134 | Tenrikyo Church Headquarters | Japan | Tenrikyo | 35.6226° N, 136.1506° E | Spiritual center for Tenrikyo followers. | | 135 | Consecration Temple | Yemen | Islam | 15.3695° N, 44.1884° E | Sacred site significant in Islamic traditions. | | 136 | Uffizi Gallery | Italy | Secular/Religious | 43.7688° N, 11.2555° E | Renowned art museum with religious masterpieces. | | 137 | 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. | | 138 | Paris Opera House | France | Secular | 48.8708° N, 2.3314° E | Iconic opera house known for its opulent architecture. | | 139 | Acacia Avenue | South Africa | Indigenous Spirituality | -33.9258° S, 18.4233° E | Historic site of local spiritual significance. | | 140 | Fag El Gamus | Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion | 29.6665° N, 31.1133° E | Sacred site related to ancient Egyptian funerary practices. | | 141 | Karnak, Egypt | Ancient Egyptian Religion,25.7189° N | 32.6576° E | A vast temple complex dedicated to multiple deities. | nan | | 142 | Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal | Canada | Christianity | 45.5053° N, -73.5554° W | Famous basilica known for its stunning interior and Gothic Revival architecture. |