Mar 24, 2015 · The Laie Hawaii Temple represented a bold foray into Polynesia and a major cultural and economic investment in the North Shore area of Oahu. It shares an architectural pedigree with the Cardston and Mesa Temples and was the only Pacific outpost of the Church until the Hamilton New Zealand Temple.

Jul 1, 2024 · The Mormon temples on this list are among the most beautiful in the world. Many Mormon temples are built with a similar style and design, with a white exterior and multiple spires. That’s what makes the few that are different all the more special.

Apr 5, 2019 · So here is my list of some of the most unique looking temples in the world! I have organized them into different categories, though some fall into multiple ones.

Mar 19, 2024 · Here is a list of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (Honorable Mention) Okinawa, Japan. Okinawa’s temple holds true to traditional Japanese architecture and stuns with its deep, contrasting colors. #10. Durban, South Africa. South Africa’s temple caught my eye due to its unique shape and accents.

Oct 26, 2022 · Each temple has been carefully designed and is uniquely beautiful. To gain a deeper appreciation for the thought that goes into each one, here’s a look at 39 motifs from Brazil to Japan that you can find in dedicated Latter-day Saint temples.

1. Washington DC Temple Designed as a modern answer to Salt Lake, six spires and all, it is timeless. It’s a strange and beautiful building. It also helps that, unlike the SLC temple, it is not next to downtown of a city: the large grounds of the DC temple add to its beauty and strangeness. It’s an experience to drive there on the DC beltway.

Apr 15, 2016 · They are considered houses of God where Church members make sacred covenants with Heavenly Father and learn more about the mission of Jesus Christ. These ordinances are central to the meaning and purpose of every temple. But though all temples share this important purpose, each is unique.

To meet the needs of a growing and diverse membership, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has evolved its approach to temple construction and design over the years. This brief article examines major design phases of Latter-Day Saint temple construction.

Although many Mormon temples are housed within the United States, where the religion originally began, there are still many international temples with their own unique personalities."

We’ve done all the work for you by creating this handy guide with descriptions of each must-see temple. 1. Laie, Hawaii. The 5th oldest temple still in operation, the Laie, Hawaii temple is a significant landmark for the LDS church.