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There's No Sacred Site Quite Like the Hill of Crosses!

It is customary for visitors to leave behind a cross or another sacred memento, so the number of crosses is constantly growing. Source Source Source Having started in 1940, Lithuania came to be occupied by Soviet Russia and remained so for another half a century.

I Hope These Amazing Sacred Buildings Last for an Eternity

Wat Phra That Lampang Luang source A single strand of Buddha’s hair is the most important relic belonging to one of Thailand’s most sacred temples, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang. This structure dates from the 13th century and is renowned for its conical spire which stands 125 feet high.

Like Mayan Royalty- Swim in the Sacred Blue Cenote

It's called Ik Kil, or the Sacred Blue Cenote, and it is found near the village of Pisté in Mexico. The Location The Sacred Blue Cenote is located just 2 miles away from the archaeological site of Chichen Itza . It is a 2-hour drive from Cancun.

Awe-Inspiring: 15 Holy Places with an Ethereal Touch

While many think of grand cathedrals or ancient temples, there's a whole world of sacred sites that defy expectations. Many of these sites are perched on mountainsides or carved entirely out of rocks, combining natural wonders with human craftsmanship.

These Thai Temples Are Incredible Pieces of Art

The sacred structure, which contained part of Buddha's remains, collapsed due to the marshland on which it was built, and in the years that followed, the Temple remained abandoned for a long time.

These Driftwood Sculptures Are Things of Beauty!

She is inspired by her love for what is most sacred in this world – animals, children, and nature. “The finished pieces are a reflection of not only my life, my family, and children, but of an eternal, sacred connection we all share with nature,” she says.

Wow! Who Knew Driftwood Could be Turned into Such Beauty?

She is inspired by her love for what is most sacred in this world – animals, children, and nature. “The finished pieces are a reflection of not only my life, my family, and children, but of an eternal, sacred connection we all share with nature,” she says.

10 Magnificent Cityscapes Carved Out Of Plain White Paper

In the Shinto religion, white paper, or 'kami', is considered a sacred material, as the same word also means 'spirit', 'divinity', and 'God' in Japanese.

10 Places For Those Seeking Peace and Spiritual Growth

This historical city dates back to the 11th century B.C. and draws millions of Hindu pilgrims every year who take a dip in the sacred water of the Ganges River to cleanse their soul. Hindus also visit Varanasi to perform funeral rites.

Hilarious: Grammar is a Funny Subject!

I mean, just look at all the problems that accrue when the sacred rules of grammar are not obeyed. These 20 funny jokes will have you holding your face in your hands, rolling your eyes, and laughing your socks off!

14 of the Best Entries for the NatGeo 2015 Photo Contest

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Visit the Most Beautiful Monasteries in the World!

It used to be an incredibly popular and important temple, but today it is mostly a ruin, but still houses many sacred shrines, relics and valuable artifacts. Grigoriou Monastery This monastery can be found on the South-West slope of Mount Athos in Greece. It is dedicated to Saint Nicholas.

These Colorful and Beautiful Mandalas Are Made With Flowers

In various spiritual traditions, mandalas may be employed for focusing attention of practitioners and adepts, as a spiritual guidance tool, for establishing a sacred space, and as an aid to meditation and trance induction.

The Most Beautiful Castle Colleges!

Louis, Missouri Basilica of the Sacred Heart — University of Notre Dame, Indiana M. Carey Thomas Library — Bryn Mawr College, Pennsylvania Submitted by user: Janken T. The Most Beautiful Castle Colleges! travel, beautiful, architecture From giant cathedrals to stretching towers!

Stunning Rice Terraces from Around the World!

Dubbed as the eight wonder of the world, these rice terraces are carved out of rocky mountainsides in most of the Cordillera Provinces — following sacred traditions and skill passed on to generations. On the average, these rice terraces are 1,500 meters above sea level.