stupa

/ˈstupə/
noun
  1. A dome-shaped Buddhist shrine or monument that contains sacred relics.
    • The ancient stupa was built over 2,000 years ago to honor the Buddha.
    • The golden spire on top of the stupa shone brightly in the afternoon sun.
    • Pilgrims walked clockwise around the stupa as part of their meditation practice.
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