SHRINE
A place of worship associated with a sacred person or object.
Classifications
Related Terms
Term | Note |
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ALTAR | A table or podium, often raised and sometimes consecrated, upon which to place offerings or sacrifices to a deity. |
CHURCH | A building used for public Christian worship. |
HOLY WELL | A well or spring which is reputed to possess miraculous healing properties. |
TEMPLE | A building or structure used for religious ceremonies or worship. For later landscape features use GARDEN TEMPLE or FOLLY. |