Archive for May, 2011

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    Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion
    Cape Sounion is where the ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon is situated. According to the Greek mythology, Poseidon is the god of the sea. The shrine is perfectly located at a scenic coastal location. The temple of Poseidon is situated at the southern edge of the Attica peninsula. The temple is situated on the steep cliffs of the promontory that has the Aegean Sea surrounding it on three sides. There were two ancient temples in the city, one for Poseidon and another for Athena, of which only the foundations are to be seen. The Temple of Poseidon had been a great assistance to sailors in the ancient times. The axe shaped site is one of the best destinations for tourists who come here to enjoy the natural beauty and the architecture of the religious ruin. According to the precepts of ancient Greek religion, the elements of nature such  [...]
    Posted at May 25th, 2011 in Greek Temples
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    Tanah Lot
    Tanah Lot is a religious destination in the island of Bali, Indonesia. “Tanah Lot” is a phrase that is the Indonesian equivalent of “Old land”. The tourist location is one of the most popular in the country not only because of its religious significance, but also for the amazing natural beauty of this region. The Tanah Lot is situated in Tabanan regency, which is located close to thirty kilo meters from the Denpasar Town. The place has a temple built, which goes by the name “Pura Tanah Lot”. The rock temple is situated atop a rock that has sea water continuously washing it. The Pura Tanah Lot Temple can be seen only when the tide is low, as when it rises, a large rock blocks the temple. The temple dates back to the 15th century and was erected by a monk of the name of Niratha. The monk came across the beautiful area  [...]
    Posted at May 18th, 2011 in Other Sacred Sites and Religious Art
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    San Luigi dei Francesi
    It was Pope Clement VII, when he was Cardinal Giulio di Guiliano de Medici, that gave the order for the San Luigi dei Francesi to be constructed in 1518. The church was built as a seat for his cardinalship as well as to benefit the French community of Rome. The church came to be built at the asking and using the donations of Catherine de Medici, wife of King Henry II of France and also great niece to the Cardinal. She wanted a church built for the French in Rome, and donated funds. There was a tiny church at the site of San Luigi dei Francesi, known as Santa Maria, which was possessed by Medici family. This church was in turn previously home to the Baths of Agrippa and the Baths of Nero. Santa Maria served the French community for quite some time, and also had an infirmary hospital on the site of the church. Cardinal Guilio appointed  [...]
    Posted at May 11th, 2011 in Churches
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    Santa Maria Della Salute
    The Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute ( Basilica of St. Mary of Health ),  is referred to commonly as just La Salute, is among the biggest churches in the city of Venice and is a minor basilica by status. It is located prominently at the crossroads of the Bacino di San Marco and the Grand Canal on the lagoon. Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute is an octagonally shaped building that has a hundred thousand wooden piles in its make up. The Salute is built of marmorino ( marble dust covered bricks) and Istrian stone. The Basilica has a huge number of symbolic aspects related to Santa Maria. R crown is represented by the dome, while the womb by the cavernous interiors, and the eight sides of the octagon the eight points of the star. General Information . . . Names – La Salute Santa Maria della Salute; Location – Venice,  [...]
    Posted at May 4th, 2011 in Churches
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    Santa Maria del Popolo
    Santa Maria del Popolo is situated close to the northern entrance to Rome. It is located on the Piazza del Popolo, an elegant location. The church dates back to the 15th century, and is renowned far and wide for its wealth of Renaissance Art. The ceilings and walls of the church are adorned with some of the greatest works of art by some of the greatest artists that worked in Rome. There are artists such as Bernini, Caravaggio, Carraci, Raphael and Pinturicchio. Prior to the elegant  and huge Piazza del Popolo was built in 1538, the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo was already situated close to the north gate of the city. The church was erected by Pope Paschal II in 1099. The story behind the building is interesting. Pope Paschal was approached by a number of locals who complained to him that the site at which the Santa Maria del  [...]
    Posted at May 1st, 2011 in Churches