Glossary S
Glossary S
Deutsch: Schrein / Español: Santuario / Português: Santuário / Français: Sanctuaire / Italiano: Santuario
In the travel context, shrine refers to a holy or sacred place, often dedicated to a specific deity, saint, or divinity, where people come to worship, offer prayers, or pay homage. Shrines are found across various cultures and religions worldwide, and they can range from simple structures or natural settings to elaborate buildings. For travelers, visiting shrines offers a unique insight into the spiritual practices, cultural traditions, and architectural styles of the local community.
The Shrines and Temples of Nikko is a World Heritage site in Japan defined by the UNESCO in 1999 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 162 (57, 623) in our monthly survey..
Shuangcheng is a major city in China (670).
This city is on position 1979 (1825, 1963) in our monthly survey.
Shubra El Kheima is a major city in Egypt (546).
This city is on position 1669 (1578, 1483) in our monthly survey.
Shulan is a major city in China (771).
This city is on position 1990 (1986, 1548) in our monthly survey.
Shunde is a major city in China (211).
This city is on position 2073 (2038, 1894) in our monthly survey.
Shuozhou is a major city in China (911).
This city is on position 2004 (1643, 2000) in our monthly survey.
The Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System is a World Heritage site in Iran (Islamic Republic of) defined by the UNESCO in 2009 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 1047 (1058, 845) in our monthly survey..