Sacred places have long held significance in the religious beliefs, traditions and folklore of different cultures. From ancient stone circles and burial monuments to sacred wells, woodland groves and mountains, these landscapes and landmarks reveal the many ways people have understood and connected with the world around them.
Explore their history, archaeology, mythology, and folklore, along with the traditions and beliefs that still give these places meaning today.
Ancient Monuments
Explore stone circles, standing stones, burial mounds and ancient earthworks, examining their history, archaeological significance and the beliefs associated with them.
Explore Ancient Monuments
Sacred Waters
Discover the history and folklore of sacred rivers, lakes, springs and holy wells, and the traditions that have grown around them.
Sacred Trees and Groves
Explore the significance of ancient trees, woodland groves and sacred forests in mythology, folklore and religious traditions.
Sacred Landscapes
Discover mountains, hills, caves and islands whose natural features, histories and traditions have given them particular spiritual significance.
Temples and Sanctuaries
Explore ancient temples, shrines and sanctuaries, examining their religious purposes, archaeological remains and the communities that worshipped there..
Historic Pilgrimage Routes
Follow historic routes to sacred destinations, exploring the journeys, religious traditions and cultural significance of pilgrimage through the centuries
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