Signifying enlightenment, rebirth, and purity as a floral symbol, the lotus is sacred in many religions, including the Bahá'í faith. The Bahá'í House of Worship in New Delhi, India, also known as the Lotus Temple, is in the shape of one to symbolize the unity of mankind, which is key to the faith.

Lotus Temple

Wat Rong Khun is an undiscovered wonder of Chiang Rai, Thailand. Its distinctive design is in the Thai Buddhist style, and its pristine and white appearance seems to almost sparkle.

Wat Rong Khun

The Temple Mount in Jerusalem is an important place in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. In addition to being the holiest site in Judaism, which dictates it as the site where Abraham offered up his son as sacrifice, it is also the third holiest site for Muslims, with the iconic Dome of the Rock and Al-Aqsa Mosque having been built here.

Temple Mount

Kotoku-In is a Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Japan, famous for being the home of the Great Buddha of Kamakura, the largest outdoor Buddha in the country. Azaleas color the scenery during the blooming season, and the temple is surrounded by beautiful gardens as well.

Kotoku-In

A lesser-known spot in Hawaii, the Byodo-In Temple is situated at the base of the Ko'olau Mountains of Oahu. The non-practicing Buddhist temple, which welcomes people of all faiths for worship, is surrounded by meditation spots, waterfalls, and a reflection pond — it even has some wandering wild peacocks.

Byodo-In Temple