12 MOST INCREDIBLE TEMPLES IN THE WORLD!

#12 – Ki Gompa

Habitat for Tibet Monks.

Ki Gompa is actually the biggest and oldest Tibetan monastery in Spiti Valley. Of course, this is a Buddhist monastery. It is 1000 years old and located at an amazing altitude of 4100m.

#11 – Tiger’s Nest

Meditation in the rocks.

Located in Bhutan, Tiger’s Nest was initially a case for meditation. It’s made of rock and wood. It is not easy to get there. Tiger’s Nest was built in 1962 and represents typical Bhutanese architecture.

#10 – Wat Rong Khun

Thailand’s most beautiful temple!

If you are looking for the most amazing temple in Thailand, you should visit Wat Rong Khun. It is one of the youngest most beautiful temples in the world since it was constructed in 1997. There’s so much white color and so many dragons. You’ll be blown away with its beauty!

#9 – Angkor Wat

The heritage of the Khmer civilization!

Cambogia isn’t the most famous country in the world. However, its temples are amazing. Angkor Wat, built in 12th century is indeed the most stunning masterpiece of world architecture. It is 65 meters high!

#8 – The Golden Temple

Buddha’s secret place.

This beauty is located in India. The Golden Temple is what it is – Golden! Buddha himself came to mediate there!

#7 – Prambanan Temple

Home to Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva.

Location – Central Indonesia. This temple was built in the 9th century. It consists of 3 buildings that are dedicated to Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva! All the walls are covered with carvings that focus on lives of these Gods.

#6 – Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple

Temples around a temple!

This temple is also known as Vishnu Temple of Srirangam. In fact, this is the most sacred Hindu place to pray. It is located in India, the state of Tamil Nadu.

#5 – Borobudur

Discover the life of Buddha.

This is the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Borobudur is located in Indonesia, Central Java. You will find 504 statues of Buddha here. Carvings on the walls depict Buddha’s life.

#4 – Shwedagon Pagoda

Have you seen Buddha’s hair?

This is the most sacred place in Burma, located in Yangon, the country’s capital. 9 tons of precious metal was used in construction. Also, bear in mind that there are 8 hairs of Buddha in this temple which makes it truly unique.

#3 – Temple of Heaven

Masterpiece in Beijing.

If you have been to China and have never seen the Temple of Heaven, you have made a big mistake. All buildings are circular and everything has its meaning. This temple is visited by Taoism followers.

#2 – Jethawanaramaya

Beautiful architecture in Lanka!

This is definitely a must-see temple in Sri Lanka. It was created in the 4th century by King Mahasen. It’s a sacred religious place in Lanka.

#1 – Chion-in Temple

17 monks to ring the big bell!

 

Have you ever seen singing floors? Have you heard the heaviest bell on Earth? Chion-in temple is located in Kyoto, Japan, and you can discover all those things there.