The World’s Sacred Places

Sacred Places

Discover a curated guide to significant sacred places, pilgrimage traditions, architecture, documented history and practical visitor information across cultures and faith traditions.

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Browse Sacred Places selected for Templestan’s public collection.

Naritasan Shinsho-ji

Narita, Chiba Prefecture, Japan Buddhism

Major Shingon temple near Narita, renowned for its daily Goma fire ritual and huge New Year pilgrimage crowds.

Fudo Myoo (Acala)