a temple or shrine sanctuary — a building or sacred space dedicated to worship.
古い神殿が山の頂上に建っている。
An old sanctuary stands on the mountaintop.
観光客は神殿の前で写真を撮っていた。
Tourists were taking pictures in front of the shrine building.
神殿の内部は静かで厳かな雰囲気だった。
The interior of the sanctuary was quiet and solemn.