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Temple Cats

Out of hundreds of cat breeds all over the world, there are many breeds that are associated with the temples in Asia and especially southeast Asia. Many of such cats are often known as temple cats. Siamese cat is believed to have descended from sacred temple cats of Siam (now in Thailand). In the twentieth century, Siamese cats have become one of the most popular cat breeds in Europe and North America.

Birman is another domestic cat breed that is known as ‘Sacred cat of Burma’ or ‘Temple Cat of Burma’. As per the famous legend, Birman cats are believed as the reincarnation of Burmese priests. Birman,which has been recognized by Cat Fanciers Association, has a pale colored body with darker points and deep blue eyes. In many parts of the world, there are not just temples where the famous cats reside but there are temples of cats, cat itself being revered and respected as lord or god/goddess.

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats

Temple Cats