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museum – n. a building in which interesting and valuable things (such as paintings and sculptures or scientific or historical objects) are collected and shown to the public

dome – n. a large rounded roof or ceiling that is shaped like half of a ball : domed – adj. describes something that has a dome

World Heritage Site – n. a natural or man-made site, area, or structure recognized as being of outstanding international importance and therefore as deserving special protection. Sites are nominated to and designated by the World Heritage Convention (an organization of UNESCO).

status – n. the condition of a person or a thing in the eyes of the law

draw – v. to cause (attention) to be given to someone or something

secular – adj. not religious : of or relating to the physical world and not the spiritual world : of, relating to, or controlled by the government rather than by the church

worship – v. to show respect and love for God or for a god especially by praying, having religious services, etc.