“Unlock the Secrets of Faith: 25 Astonishing Religious Wonders That Will Leave You Awestruck!”
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The first stunning place of worship that Trip.com features is the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran in Rome. This is the oldest church in Rome, as well as Catholicism’s highest-ranking church. The church holds the tombs of several popes, as well as the Holy Stairs (that Jesus is believed to have walked on) that were brought from Jerusalem in the 4th Century CE.
Another extremely important religious site is the Great Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Five times a day, Muslims around the world pray facing the Kaaba, a cube-like structure which is in the center of this mosque. All Muslims are also expected to make a pilgrimage to Mecca at some point during their lives, which can be an incredibly meaningful experience.
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The Golden Temple in Amritsar, India is another important religious site, as it is considered the most important in Sikhism. Itâs a gorgeous white marble building covered with gold leaf that is surrounded by a large artificial pond. The views that youâll have when visiting this temple depend on the time of day, as the sun might be brightly reflecting off the gold or creating a gorgeous, warm sunset. But no matter when you arrive, youâll be in for a breathtaking experience.
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In Japan, the Ise Grand Shrine is an incredibly important site for those practicing Shintoism. This shrine has been mindfully created to be the perfect place for meditation, and visitors often comment on how calm and tranquil the location is. This is another religious site that followers are expected to make a pilgrimage to at least once in their lives, but it can be a wonderful place to visit even if youâre not Shintoist!
