Religion
Religion encompasses a set of beliefs, practices, and systems that relate humanity to spirituality and moral values, with the most widespread religions including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, each with its own unique doctrines, rituals, and cultural impacts.
Borobudur
Borobudur is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple located in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. It is the world’s largest Buddhist temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Dome of the Rock
The Dome of the Rock, is an Islamic shrine located on the Temple Mount in the Old City of Jerusalem. The site is significant for its religious history. It is believed to be the location of the Foundation Stone, which holds profound significance in both Islamic and Jewish traditions.
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Vatican City
Vatican City, is the smallest independent state in the world, both in terms of area and population. It is located within the city of Rome, Italy, and serves as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.
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Varanasi
Varanasi is considered one of the seven holy cities in Hinduism. It is believed that dying here and being cremated on the banks of the Ganges River ensures moksha, liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
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Mount Kailash
Mount Kailash, located in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, is a peak in the Kailash Range, which forms part of the Transhimalaya in Tibet. It is considered one of the most sacred sites in several religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon.
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