santuários
1. A place of worship or devotion, typically dedicated to a saint, deity, or sacred object
The ancient shrines attracted pilgrims from all over the world.
Os santuários antigos atraíram peregrinos de todo o mundo.
2. A place regarded as holy or deserving special respect because of its associations
The memorial became a shrine to the victims of the tragedy.
O memorial se tornou um santuário para as vítimas da tragédia.
3. A niche or alcove containing a religious image or relic
She lit candles at the shrine in the church.
Ela acendeu velas no santuário da igreja.
In Brazil, shrines are significant cultural landmarks, particularly those dedicated to Catholic saints like Our Lady of Aparecida. Many Brazilian towns have local shrines that attract pilgrims during religious celebrations. In the USA, shrines can range from religious sites to secular memorials honoring historical figures or events.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a shrine to something - something that serves as a memorial or tribute
make a pilgrimage to a shrine - to visit a sacred place for devotional purposes
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