The artistic style seen in stone sculpture and architectural decoration at the temple site of Chavin de Huantar, in the Andean highlands of Peru, is deliberately complex, confusing, and esoteric. View an example and listen to a...

Learn about the Buddhist art and architecture of Nara, Japan.

A Hindu temple can be a simple structure by the side of the road or a large complex including many buildings. Temples serve as dwelling places for deities, surrounded by markets selling offerings and flowers. The inner sanctuaries are...

The temple of Philae, a New Kingdom temple, has a fascinating history not only in ancient times, but also in modern times. Look at the pictures and read the commentary on this Discovering Egypt site.