Honouring the Hindu belief in spiritual liberation and the release from samsara, the continuous cycle of birth, death and rebirth, Pura Moksa is a quietly significant temple that embodies the Balinese understanding of life, mortality and the journey of the soul. Unlike Ubud’s more prominent historic temples, it was established by the local community as a place for personal devotion and meditation, serving primarily as a contemplative sanctuary rather than a site for public ce

Dedicated to Durga, the Goddess of Death, Pura Bukit Dharma Kutri is a 1000 year old Hindu temple steeped in mystery, legend and sacred power. Its terraced courtyards, carvings and ancient relics bear witness to centuries of devotion, while the epic tale of Durga slaying the buffalo demon immortalises the struggle between order and chaos. With its eerie atmosphere, historic significance and rich folklore, Bukit Dharma Kutri Temple stands as a timeless threshold between the li

Marked by the presence royal ashes, Wat Suan Dok was established in the 14th century on the grounds of a royal garden. Its tranquil exterior belies over six centuries of sacred history. Whitewashed chedis catch the northern Thai sunlight, standing as symbols of devotion, mortality and remembrance. Surrounding the central chedi, royal mausoleums enshrine Chiang Mai’s rulers, underscoring the temple’s role as a spiritual bridge between the living and the departed.

Shrouded in mist and legend, West Lake stretches like liquid silver across Hangzhou, a place that has inspired poets, Emperors and travellers for centuries. What began as a humble lagoon more than 1800 years ago was transformed by human hands into a shimmering masterpiece. Today, as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the lake’s serene surface hides centuries of ambition, artistry and whispered secrets.

Founded in 1906 by three monks, Po Lin Monastery rose in the misty mountains of Lantau Island as a quiet refuge for meditation and devotion. Far from the city’s chaos, it became a place where faith could flourish undisturbed. Over time, it grew into one of Hong Kong’s most revered Buddhist sanctuaries.

Constructed to honour Brunei’s Sultans and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s accession to the throne, the Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque dazzles with 29 gold covered domes and stands as one of Southeast Asia’s grandest Islamic monuments. Every corner of this royal mosque reflects faith, artistry and the enduring legacy of Brunei’s monarchy, creating a space where devotion and lavish architectural brilliance come together.

Established in 1876, Vihara Dharmayana stands as one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bali and the only one of its kind in Kuta. Known locally as Kongco Kuta, the temple was built to honour Tan Hu Cin Jin, a Chinese nobleman and architect who served the King of Mengwi. The site was famously visited by the 14th Dalai Lama during his tour of the island in 1982.

Located in the heart of Beijing, Tiananmen Square was originally constructed in 1651 under directive from the Ming Dynasty, as a grand gateway and community plaza leading to the Forbidden City. It underwent significant expansion through the establishment of the People's First Republic of China during the tumultuous 1950's.