Sentences with phrase «known ancient temples»

Exploring Indian Architecture will let you explore the architectural marvels of the country while Central India Temple and Tiger Tour will offer you an opportunity to visit the well - known ancient temples as well as discover wildlife too.

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The kings of ancient Babylon built temples to their moon god in the form of stepped pyramids known as ziggaruts.

This was known as a «whitening of New England,» as churches, commercial buildings, and dwellings reflected the white marble facades of ancient Greek temples.

Although the ancient Jewish temple no longer stands in Jerusalem — only the outer Western Wall remains — descendants of the male priests who served in it can still be found in the Jewish community.

Long known as the gathering place for the island's Kahuna Nui, or high priests, Waimea Valley invites visitors to wander among ancient temples, shrines, and burial sites while learning about the earliest Hawaiian traditions.

Sigiriya was the last stop of my travels in the portion of central Sri Lanka known as the «Cultural Triangle,» a group of ancient city and temple ruins that form the nucleus of the beginning of civilization on this small island located off the tip of southern India.

Northeast of Hiroshima bay lies Miyajima, an island known for its enchanting forests and ancient temples.

The best known among these is Newgrange, a 5,000 - year - old passage tomb and ancient temple that predates Stonehenge (it's part of a larger complex called Brú na Bóinne).

Other ancient Tikal structures you'll visit on our guided Mayan ruins tour include six huge pyramids subsequently named Temples I (Temple of the Grand Jaguar) through Temple VI (Temple of the Inscriptions), plus the ceremonial complex Mundo Perdido, otherwise known as the «lost world».

Scenic Highlights: Sail the mighty Mekong, explore the floating markets and villages, discover Phnom Penh and get to know the locals of Kampong Chhnang, visit ancient temples and small villages, enjoy the atmosphere of a floating market.

This is the first time the ancient port city in Vietnam — known for its well - preserved historic buildings, including temples that date back to the 1600s — has earned this honor.

Known as Kharjjura - vahaka in the ancient times, Khajuraho is extremely popular for housing the UNESCO World Heritage of its Group of Temples.

Turn right for the funky neighbourhood known as Petitenget, with its ancient sea temple, La Lucciola with atmospheric beachfront Italian dining and Motel Mexicola which serves Mexican - themed food in colourful retro surrounds.

Drawing upon Chiang Mai's iconic Wat Umong as inspiration: a forest temple known for its unique tunnels and meditation spaces, while also referencing Chiang Mai's ancient walled city; guests have a choice of chic and well - appointed rooms and suites each boasting subtle Thai décor touches and red brick walls to reflect the Lanna architectural influence.

This is a temple in the form of pyramid which dates back to the times of the beginning of the region with some of the most ancient known cultures in Peru.

Day 14 Visit the Tam Coc Caves, an area known as Ha Long Bay on land, Bich Dong Pagoda and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu with temples from the Dinh and Le dynasties.

The main temple of Trunyan, Pura Pancering Jagat, is known locally as the «temple of the navel of the world» and stands by an ancient banyan tree that is said to be over 1000 years old.

You can also discover an ancient bathing temple, located northwest of the main Ubud Monkey Forest grounds, known as Pura Beji, accessible down a flight of stairs and next to a stream.

Dungeon-wise, Dezo's ancient Roman-esque temples were a refreshing change from Mota's boring robotic structures, but they were no less of a pain to trudge through.

They will also jump, climb, balance and build their way to follow cases no matter where they lead, even taking a private jet to reach an ancient temple, a spooky mansion and an icy mountaintop chalet.

Exceptional in scale and scope, the exhibition tells the story of the ancient wreck of a vast ship, the «Unbelievable» (Apistos in the original Koine Greek), and presents what was discovered of its precious cargo: the impressive collection of Aulus Calidius Amotan — a freed slave better known as Cif Amotan II — which was destined for a temple dedicated to the sun.