Sacred Site Collection

Shrine of Yellow Cloud Man on Tsikumu-Tewa, 1925. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Shrine of Yellow Cloud Man on Tsikumu-Tewa, 1925

Dolmen, 1846-1867. Creator: Gerrit Alexander Godart Filip Mollinger
Dolmen, 1846-1867. (Hunebed)

Der Tradition nach, Statue Parakrama Bahus I. des Grossen (1164-1197 n. Chr. ), Pollonnaruwa, 192
Der Tradition nach, Statue Parakrama Bahus I. des Grossen (1164-1197 n. Chr.), Pollonnaruwa, 1926. According to tradition, the statue Parakrama Bahu I, the Great (1164-1197 AD), Pollonnaruwa

Attending a Festival: crossing a pontoon bridge to the sacred site. Creator: Japanese School
Attending a Festival: crossing a pontoon bridge to the sacred site (colour woodblock print). From a 19th century album of woodcuts

Inneres eines Hindutempels, Ceylon, 1926. Interior of a Hindu temple, Ceylon. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Jetawanarama und Kiri-Dagoba (12. Jahrhundert n. Chr. ), Pollonneruwa, 1926
Jetawanarama und Kiri-Dagoba (12. Jahrhundert n. Chr.), Pollonneruwa, 1926. Jetawanarama and Kiri-Dagoba (12th century AD), Pollonneruwa. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen

Die sudliche der vier den Himmelsrichtungen entsprechend errichteten altarartigen Anbetungsstatten der Ruwanwali-Dagoba mit steinernen Opfertischen, 1926

Ruwanwali Dagoba zu Anuradhapura. Ostseite, 1926. Ruwanwali Dagoba at Anuradhapura. East Side. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Thuparama Dagoba zu Anuradhapura, 1926. Thuparama Dagoba to Anuradhapura. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Ambatthala Dagoba in Mihintale, Ruhestatte der Reliquien des Mahinda, erbaut 275 v. Chr. 1926. Ambatthala Dagoba in Mihintale, retreat of the relics of Mahinda

Anfang der Steintreppen von Mihintale, 1926. Beginning of the stepped stairs of Mihintale. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Aus den Felsentempeln von Dambulla, 1926. Inside the Rock Cave Temple of Dambulla. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Die Rajagirilena genannte Stelle in den Felsen von Mihintale, wo Konig Devanampiya Tissa Zellen fur die buddhistischen Monche erbauen liess 307-267 v. Chr. 1926

Neuer Hindutempel Pithat, Colombo, 1926. New Hindu Temple Pithat, Colombo. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Eingang zu einem Hindutempel, Ceylon, 1926. Entrance to a Hindu Temple, Ceylon. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Jetawanarama Dagoba, die jungste der drei grossen Dagobas von Anurdhapura (Ende des 3. Jahrh. n. Ch)
Jetawanarama Dagoba, die jungste der drei grossen Dagobas von Anurdhapura (Ende des 3. Jahrh. n. Chr.), 1926. Jetawanarama Dagoba

Das Issurumuniya - Felse - Vihara (erbaut von Konig Devanampiya Tissa im 3. Jahrh. V. Chr. ), 1926
Das Issurumuniya - Felse - Vihara (erbaut von Konig Devanampiya Tissa im 3. Jahrh. V. Chr.), 1926. The Issurumuniya - Felse - Vihara (built by King Devanampiya Tissa in the 3rd century BC)

Treppe mit Darstellung von Erdgeistern, wahrscheinlich Zugang zu einem heiligen Bobaum, Anuradhapura, 1926. Stairs depicting Earth Spirits, probably access to a sacred Bobaum, Anuradhapura

Kuttam Pokuma (Die zwei Badeteiche) Anuradhapura, 1926. Kuttam Pokuma (The Two Bathing Ponds) Anuradhapura. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Ruinen einer Pfeilerhalle, davor Treppe mit Mondstein (s. Tafel 79), Anuradhapura, 1926. Ruins of a pier hall, in front of it a staircase with a moonstone, Anuradhapura

Treppe in einem gemauerten Badeteich, Anuradhapura, 1926. Stairs in a brick bathing pond, Anuradhapura. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Steinstatuen vor der in Wiederherstellung befindlichen Ruwanwali-Dagoba, Anuradhapura, 1926. Stone statues before restoration Ruwanwali-Dagoba, Anuradhapura

Steinfigur nahe der Ruwanwali-Dagoba, Anuradhapura, 1926. Stone figure near the Ruwanwali-Dagoba, Anuradhapura. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

Wandelhalle eines Hindutempels, Ceylon, 1926. The lobby of a Hindu temple, Ceylon. From Der Indische Kulturkreis in Einzeldarstellungen. [Georg Muller, Munich, 1926]

At the Holy Sepulchure, 1903. From The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 1 - March to May 1903. [The Burlington Magazine, Limited, London, 1903]

China... c1920
China. None but Buddhist monks may dwell on Pu Tu, the sacred island off the Chusan coast. A graceful marble bridge spans the lotus lake of the main

Weli sacred site 1900 Middle East
Weli (sacred site) 1900 Middle East

Myanmar, Burma, Yangon. Gardeners tend the grounds of the Shwedagan Golden Temple, the largest and most scared of all Buddhist sites in Myanmar

Lama Shida, as a way of suppressing local demons, built this Nepalese style Stupa, similar to Boudinath in Kathmandu, in the early 18th Century

Dochu La (3, 050m / 10, 000ft). The Pass is a mystical place whether you have the tremendous views north to the Himalayas with at least five peaks over 7, 000m visible

Granite boulders in the Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve, Karlu Karlu, Northern Territories, Australia

Taktsang Palphug Monastery (Tigers Nest monastery), a prominent sacred Buddhist site clinging to rock at 3120 metres, Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

Taktsang Palphug Monastery, (Tigers Nest monastery), a sacred Buddhist site built in 1692 and clinging to rock at 3120 metres, Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

View of the interior courtyard at the Taktsang Monastery, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Bhutan, Paro, Bhutan, Asia

Medicine Rocks State Park near Ekalaka, Montana, USA

Spectacular sunset skies at Medicine Rocks State Park near Ekalaka, Montana, USA

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Exploring the Sacred Sites of Sri Lanka: A Journey Through Time Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka as you embark on a journey to its sacred sites. Der Tradition nach, discover the awe-inspiring statue of Parakrama Bahus I. , standing tall and proud in Pollonnaruwa, reminding us of a glorious past (1164-1197 AD). Attend a vibrant festival where devotees cross a pontoon bridge, symbolizing their devotion to the sacred site, captured beautifully by the Japanese School. Step into an inner sanctum within a Hindu temple in Ceylon (1926), feeling the spiritual energy that permeates every corner. Jetawanarama and Kiri-Dagoba transport you back to the 12th century in Pollonneruwa (1926), showcasing architectural marvels that have stood against time's test. Witnessing history unfold before your eyes, explore Ruwanwali Dagoba's eastern side in Anuradhapura (1926) and Thuparama Dagoba's serene presence (1926). Marvel at Ambatthala Dagoba in Mihintale, built-in 275 BC as it cradles precious relics from Mahinda's era (1926). Climb up stone staircases leading to Mihintale's summit; feel your spirit soar with each step taken towards enlightenment (1926). Discover hidden treasures within Dambulla's rock temples - ancient artistry etched into every crevice beckoning visitors since 1926. Uncover Rajagirilena at Mihintale - witness King Devanampiya Tissa’s cells carved into rocks, immortalizing his connection with divinity. Finally, experience Colombo’s new Pithat Hindu Temple - an architectural gem blending tradition with modernity (1926).