A Buddhist shrine is a place of worship for Buddhists and can take many forms. The most common form is the TOPE, which is a mound-like structure that is usually made of brick or stone and is often decorated with carvings. A STUPA is a more elaborate version of the TOPE, and is typically a dome-shaped structure that is often adorned with a spire. A PAGODA is a multi-tiered tower-like structure that is usually found in East Asian countries. Stupas are also found in East Asian countries, but are typically smaller than pagodas.