Religious Architecture and Art

The Great Mosque of Mecca is one of the holiest sites in Islam and is located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Pagodas are tall, tiered towers that are often used as Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia.

Notre Dame Cathedral is a famous example of Gothic architecture and is located in Paris, France.

Gopurams are the large, colorful towers that are often found at the entrance of Hindu temples in South India.

Hagia Sophia is a famous example of Byzantine architecture and is located in Istanbul, Turkey.

Gompas are Buddhist temples that are typically found in Tibet and are often located in remote mountain areas.

The Basilica of Saint Sernin is a famous example of Romanesque architecture and is located in Toulouse, France.

Shikharas are the tall, pointed towers that are often found on top of Hindu temples in North India.

The Church of Sant'Andrea della Valle is a famous example of Baroque architecture and is located in Rome, Italy.

Zendos are Buddhist temples that are typically found in Japan and are used for meditation and other religious practices.

Vimanas are the tall, pyramidal towers that are often found on top of Hindu temples in East India.

Siheyuan are Buddhist temples that are typically found in China and are characterized by their courtyard design.