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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Pura Taman Ayun

Mengwi, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia Hinduism

Royal water temple built for the Mengwi kingdom, distinguished by landscaped moats and rows of tiered meru shrines.

Pura Luhur Uluwatu

Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia Hinduism

Cliff-top Balinese Hindu sea temple in Pecatu overlooking the Indian Ocean, a nationally recognised religious and cultural destination.