There are many ways to travel the world, and there are plenty of things to see along the way. Temples give us a chance to take in the rich culture and beautiful architecture of the land. The most beautiful temples around the globe certainly don’t disappoint as they all represent their own beauty.
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, India
Not only is this temple the largest in the country thanks to the fact that it covers 156 acres, but Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is also dedicated to one of the forms of Lord Vishnu. There are 21 towers, including one that’s made entirely from gold and one that is 236 feet high.
Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar
There are beautiful temples, and then there’s Shwedagon Pagoda. It’s over 2,600 years old and is supposed to be built from eight of Buddha’s hairs. As if that wasn’t enough, the entire building is covered in gold and thousands of diamonds.
Prambanan, Indonesia
There are three buildings at this temple that dedicated to gods Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma, with the highest of them all found in the center. Each one has a statue of its god and has been standing for over 1,000 years.
Wat Rong Khun, Thailand
Wat Rong Khun is known as one of the most beautiful temples, thanks to the incredible architecture that is found around the building. The white is to represent purity while the glass stands for infinite wisdom. Each area of Wat Rong Khun has unique carvings and sculptures.
There are so many incredible things to see around the globe, but the most beautiful temples are something else. Many have stood for thousands of years, and have been proudly bearing their beauty all this time. It could be time to marvel at their creation with your own eyes.