Holy Land
Term used by Jews, Christians, and Muslims to describe the Land of Israel and Palestine
Is the Holy Land important to Eastern religions?
Eastern religions include Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shintoism. Hinduism recognizes seven Holy Cities which are Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Varanasi, Kanchipuram, Dvaraka and Ujjain. Bodh Gaya: (in the current Mahabodhi Temple, Bihar, India), is the most important religious site and place of pilgrimage for Buddhists. The most sacred Shinto shrine is located in the city of Ise, within the Shima Peninsula of Japan.
What are some typical Eastern religions? Which place is referred to as the Holy Land? Which places do some of #1 consider sacred or holy? Is #2 included in #3?