ANCIENT AND MODERN PLACES OF WORSHIP.
This is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world. It is in Moscow, Russia.
Built in the 16th century, it has impressive architecture and colorful towers.
A Magnificent modern building is also known as the White Temple, and it is still under construction and will be finished by 2020.
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The colorful structure is an example of the Davidian Style architecture and is the most Important Hindu temple
dedicated to Vishu.
Another noteworthy temple is the Hermandir Sahib Punjab Temple in India.
. This temple is also known as the Golden Temple and was built in the 16th Century, It is known for its beauty and the tranquil peacefulness. It originated in a small lake in the middle of a forest, and it was a meditation retreat for mendicants and sages from ancient times. It is said that Buddha spent time here in meditation. It was the founding place for the Sikh religion.
St. Peter Basilica, Vatican.
St PetersWellknown for its greatness and beauty, and is believed to be the burial place of Saint Peter, the Apostle of Jesus. It is the largest Church in the World and was designed by Michaelangelo
A modern structure is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. It is a modern impressive building and the symbol of uniting religion, historical and modern values, as well as uniting the world. Construction Materials were used from all over the world as symbolic of the building's purpose.
n Africa there are a number of Temples and places of worship, some modern some ancient. Many Hindu temples are found all over Africa, for instance in South Africa is the Melrose Temple that is consecrated 125 years ago, and was founded by the Tamil immigrants to South Africa. It is dedicated to the Lord Muruga and his family.
A beautiful Temple in Johannesburg is the Johannesburg South Africa LDS Temple.
It is a 19,184 square feet building
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Construction started in 1981. It is set in beautiful tranquil gardens, on top of a hill.
There are a few more Temples of this religion in Africa, and more under construct
The monastery fo Saint Anthony
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St Anthony was the first Christian Monk. He gave all his wealth away and lived in the desert, like a hermit. In 313 he moved to a cave, where the Monastery is now situated.
The Great Mosque of Djenna in Malie is considered the greatest creation of Shelien architecture. It is entirely built of mud and is the largest mud building in the world.
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Ben Ezra Synagogue
In Egypt, there was a thriving community of over 100,00 Jews. There was a mass exodus in 1948 but the house of Worship remains. It was built in the 9th century by a Christian Priest. The site is believed to be where Pharoah's daughter found baby Moses.