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Such places were largely determined by loyal lore and legend. Often you find sacred places marked by temples or other ancient monuments.
There are a number of sacred places in China. Some of these places include Giant Buddha of Leshan, Temple of Heaven, Jokhang Temple and Great Mosque of Xi'an among others.
Some sacred places of worship in the Yoruba religion include shrines dedicated to Orishas (deities) such as Ogun, Sango, and Yemoja, as well as the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove in Nigeria, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important place of worship for adherents of the Yoruba religion. Sacred forests, rivers, and mountains are also considered places of spiritual significance in the Yoruba tradition.
All life is sacred. Some cultures do revere wolves more than other cultures.
Votive candles are placed, and allowed to burn, in sacred places as part of religious rituals.
Important places for hindus are mainly temples. Places where Hindu gods did some amazing miracle are also important for hindus. These places are known as chardham.
There are many places you can visit before you die, depending on where you want to go, and if you can afford to go there.
Muslims don't worship any building. Even, the Kaaba (that is the most sacred Islamic building) is not worshiped by Muslims but respected and honored by Muslims. If you wish to read about places where Muslims worship (both houses of worship and sacred sites) read the Related Question below.
Some examples of words with the suffix -cred are: accredited, discredited, incredulous, and credulous.
Some sacred places for Christians include the Vatican City in Rome, Italy, where the Pope resides and St. Peter's Basilica is located; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, Israel, believed to be the site of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection; and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, Mexico, a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
The rays of the Sun are more direct in some places and more slanted in others.
It is possible in some cultures for the spider to be sacred.