Temples across the world, focusing on ancient and historic structures that still stand today. This tag brings together must-visit, breathtaking temples tied to Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and ancient civilizations, valued for their history, architecture, setting, and cultural significance beyond active worship.
Sitting on a raised platform by the rushing waters of the River Nile, Kom Ombo temple is an unusual, one-of-a-kind Ancient Egyptian monument that can’t be found anywhere else on the timeless land of Kemet. Built as a double temple, Kom Ombo, is the only sanctuary that’s dedicated to two deities (Horus and Sobek) at once. While the temple has much to offer from a … Continue reading Kom Ombo: The Only Nile Temple with Crocodile Mummies
A land of prayers, Kathmandu is an incredible city filled with Buddhism and Tibetan culture. Monks in red, devoted pilgrims, worshippers chanting prayers, and the numerous temples that are elegantly built for the mortal folks to offer their prayers is a common sight in the famous valley. That’s why the monasteries in Nepal are a must-visit while you’re in the country. With brilliant architecture, gorgeous … Continue reading The 4 Must Visit Monasteries in Kathmandu
Dedicated to Ancient Egyptian god Horus, Edfu Temple is the core of hieroglyphics and one of the most impressive sacred places in Egypt Continue reading Edfu Temple – The Abode of Horus, Hieroglyhpics & The Sacred Barque
Sitting on the bank of the azure River Nile, these humungous Ramses II statues stand tall and proud in a breathtaking scene accompanied by a high obelisk with hieroglyphics etched into it from top to bottom. This is the epitome of Ancient Egypt when powerful pharaohs ruled the land and this particular place is one of the centres of that power – The Temple of … Continue reading The Luxor Temple: Birthplace of Pharaohs And a Thousand Statues of Sphinxes
At heights that tower as tall as the mountains and strong as their stones, beautiful ancient structures and unbelievably made temples are carved into the rocks in humongous sizes. Its lively, ancient atmosphere beckons you for an adventure, and an adventure is what you will get at the Ellora caves. Located in the Aurangabad district and tagged with a UNESCO logo, the Ellora temples are … Continue reading About Ellora Caves: See The Ancient Stone-Carved Monuments & The Famous Kailasa Temple
Sitting in the shape of a horseshoe (or a UFO as your imagination takes you) and surrounded by a forest of light green trees, the Ajanta Caves has etched itself in history and travel as an important and jaw-dropping place of magnificent architecture, story-telling paintings of the old times, and genius engineering that was done as far back as the 2nd century. At a time … Continue reading Ajanta Caves Information & Travel Guide: Forest Hiking Path, Must-See Caves, and How to Get There
Situated in the middle of a jungle and covering over 150 acres, Uxmal ruins is one of the best Mayan cities in Mexico. It’s branded as a UNESCO heritage site with jaw-dropping large sacrificial pyramids and gorgeous Mayan structures that gives travellers a sneak peek into what was a Mayans ‘ regular life, their knowledge of astronomy, and how they used it to reserve water … Continue reading Uxmal: The Best Mayan Ruins in Mexico You Can Explore
