Tapestry Collection

The Sacred

Explore sacred spaces shaped by centuries of worship and tradition. Step inside the Great Mosque of Djenné, visit Wat Arun on the banks of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, and move through temples carved directly into the rock at Elephanta. Learn how these places were created, the rituals and beliefs associated with them, and the communities that continue to care for them.

  • Sixty Dome Mosque of Bagerhat — Worship in the World's Largest River Delta — Visit the Sixty Dome Mosque, a testament to Southern Bangladesh's enduring spirit. This 15th-century city is home to many finely made brick monuments…
  • Church of St. George — See the Oldest Depiction of the Holy Land — Discover Madaba, Jordan's "City of Mosaics," where religious devotion is depicted through vivid mosaics. Tour the Basilica of St. George with locals,…
  • Wat Arun — Visit Bangkok's Iconic Temple of Dawn — Take a virtual tour of Wat Arun, Bangkok's revered Temple of Dawn, perched on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. This architectural marvel, known…
  • Amarbayasgalant Monastery — Enduring Spirit on the Mongolian Steppe — The Amarbayasgalant Monastery, nestled on Mongolia's expansive steppe, remains a symbol of enduring faith and tradition. On this virtual tour you…
  • Preah Vihear — Restoring a Staircase to the Gods — Journey to Preah Vihear Temple, where ancient architecture meets modern preservation. Nestled in Cambodia's Dangrek Mountains, this sacred site…
  • Elephanta Caves — A Rock-Cut Marvel of India's Ancient Past — Immerse yourself in the rich history and profound significance of the main cave temple on Elephanta Island. This remarkable feat of engineering…
  • ‘Ō roŋo & The Mata Ŋā Rahu Petroglyphs — History Carved in Stone — Vist the ceremonial village of ‘Ō roŋo and hear from community members from the island of Rapa Nui. Travel to parts of the site inaccessible to…
  • Great Mosque of Djenné — Step Into the World's Largest Mud-Brick Mosque — Explore Mali's Great Mosque of Djenné, where adobe architecture reaches skyward, embodying Islamic traditions and community resilience. On this…
  • Exchange Sewala and Shiv Mandir — Exploring Hindu Heritage in the Heart of Trinidad and Tobago — Step into the Exchange Sewala and Shiv Mandir, a leepayed temple at the heart of an Indo-Trinidadian community. The earthen walls and raised reliefs…
  • Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park — A rare 19th-century Taoist temple highlighting Chinese American history and resilience — Explore a rare 19th-century Taoist temple revealing the history of Chinese immigrant life in Gold Rush California. Inside you will explore the temple…

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