14 places to discover
Al-Abrar Mosque (Masjid Al-Abrar) is a historic mosque located at 192 Telok Ayer Street in Chinatown, within the Outram planning area of Singapore. Originally a thatched hut built around 1827 by the Chulia community from South India, it was rebuilt as a brick building between 1850 and 1855. Gazetted as a National Monument in 1974, it is one of Singapore's earliest mosques and reflects South Indian Islamic architecture along the historic Telok Ayer waterfront.
Alam Shah Palace (Istana Alam Shah) is the official palace of the Sultan of Selangor located on Jalan Istana in Klang, Selangor, Malaysia. Completed in 1905 during the reign of Sultan Sir Alaeddin Sulaiman Shah, the palace exhibits distinctive colonial-Moorish architecture. It serves as the Sultan's official residence and venue for royal ceremonies and investitures. While the interior is not open to the public, visitors can view its exterior, gates and grounds from outside.
Apalit Church, formally Saint Peter the Apostle Parish Church, is a Neo-Renaissance Roman Catholic church in Barangay San Juan, Apalit, Pampanga, Philippines. Built between 1876 and 1883 under Fr. Antonio Redondo, it is notable for its twin belfries, trompe-l'oeil ceiling paintings by Marciano Dizon, and devotion to Apung Iru (Saint Peter). Declared an Important Cultural Property, it is a major heritage and pilgrimage site in Pampanga.
The Immaculate Conception Parish Church, commonly known as Bauan Church, is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Poblacion, Bauan, Batangas, Philippines. Established by Augustinian missionaries in 1590 and rebuilt at its present site after relocations due to Taal Volcano eruptions, the current structure dates to the 18th century with later restorations. It is notable for its heritage architecture, religious artworks, and role as the spiritual center of Bauan municipality.
Hadi Rani Mahal is a 17th-century Rajput palace located in Salumbar, Udaipur district, Rajasthan. Built during the reign of Rawat Ratan Singh Chundawat, this heritage structure commemorates the legendary sacrifice of Hadi Rani (Sahal Kanwar), a Hada Chauhan princess. The palace showcases intricate frescoes, traditional Rajput architecture with decorated halls and courtyards, offering visitors insight into the region's royal history and cultural heritage.
Kalkajaka National Park, also known as Black Mountain National Park, is located about 25 kilometres south of Cooktown in Cook Shire, Queensland. It protects the imposing Black Mountain massif, a vast pile of black granite boulders devoid of soil and vegetation. Renowned for its stark, dramatic landscape and deep cultural importance to the Kuku Yalanji people, the park is viewed from a dedicated roadside lookout as access onto the boulders is prohibited.
Kampung Hulu Mosque is the oldest functioning mosque in Melaka, located in the Kampung Hulu area of Melaka Tengah near the Melaka River. Built in 1728 during Dutch colonial rule, it is notable for its distinctive Melakan-Javanese architecture with a tiered pyramidal roof, timber construction, and a pagoda-like minaret reflecting Chinese influences. The mosque remains an active place of worship and a key heritage attraction within Melaka's UNESCO World Heritage historic core.
Maasin Cathedral, formally the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Tunga-Tunga, Maasin City, Southern Leyte, Philippines. Located in the city center, it serves as the seat of the Diocese of Maasin established in 1968. Originally founded by Jesuit missionaries in the 1700s and rebuilt several times, the present Baroque-style structure is notable for its historic altar, religious artworks, and role as the spiritual center of Southern Leyte.
The Malandog Marker is a historic riverside monument in Barangay Malandog, Hamtic, Antique, marking the legendary landing site of the ten Bornean datus led by Datu Puti. It commemorates the traditional purchase of Panay Island from Ati chieftain Marikudo and the establishment of the first Malay settlement. Erected as a heritage landmark, it is the focal point of Antique's history and the annual Binirayan Festival.
Masjid Jamae (Chulia) is a historic mosque located at 218 South Bridge Road in Chinatown, within the Outram planning area of Singapore. Built between 1826 and 1827 by the Chulia community of Tamil Muslims from South India, it is one of Singapore's earliest mosques. Notable for its South Indian-influenced architecture with distinctive entrance gateways, the mosque was gazetted as a National Monument in 1974 and remains an active place of worship.
Santa Maria de Mayan Church is the main Roman Catholic parish church of Itbayat Island in Batanes, located in the town center of Santa Maria (Mayan). It serves the northernmost municipality of the Philippines. The stone church is notable for its thick walls and simple design adapted to frequent typhoons and earthquakes, and for its role as the spiritual and community center of Itbayat since the Dominican mission period.
Santa Monica Church, also known as Hamtic Church or Santa Monica Parish Church, is a Roman Catholic heritage church located in Poblacion, Hamtic, Antique, Philippines. Situated in the oldest municipality in Antique, it serves as the parish church under the Diocese of San Jose de Antique. Built during the Spanish colonial period, it is noted for its historic architecture, religious importance, and role as a central landmark in Hamtic town proper near Malandog River.
Sri Krishnan Temple is a South Indian Hindu temple located on Waterloo Street in the Rochor planning area, Victoria sub-zone, Singapore. Established in 1870, it is dedicated to Lord Krishna, an avatar of Vishnu. The temple is known for its colourful gopuram, ornate sculptures and active daily worship, serving the local Hindu community and visitors interested in religious architecture and culture.
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish Church, commonly known as Cabugao Church, is a Roman Catholic parish church in Poblacion, Cabugao, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Founded as a parish in 1772 and built between 1786 and 1825, it is an example of Earthquake Baroque architecture. Located along Rizal Street in the town center, it serves as the spiritual center of Cabugao under the Archdiocese of Nueva Segovia and is notable for its historic facade, bell tower, and religious heritage.