Mecca is Islam's holiest city. Muslims turn toward Mecca five times a day to pray. Islam was founded in Mecca by the Prophet Mohammed in the 7th century.

Mecca

The Parthenon is a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture, built to honor Athena, the goddess of wisdom.

The Parthenon

This ancient monument located in Wiltshire, England, is thought to have been a prehistoric temple, a planetarium, a prestigious burial ground, or possibly all three.

Stonehenge

This symbol of Jewish unity and survival since the 1800s is considered one of the holiest sites in Judaism.

The Western Wall

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum in Agra, India, that many consider to be the most outstanding example of Islamic art and architecture.

The Taj Mahal

Students develop vocabulary and reading skills in English while increasing knowledge about world-famous religious sites.

Sacred Sites