sanctuary

A sacred place, such as a church, temple, or mosque.

The holiest part of a sacred place, as the part of a Christian church around the altar.

A sacred place, such as a church, in which fugitives formerly were immune to arrest.

Immunity to arrest afforded by a sanctuary.

The condition of being protected or comforted: synonym: shelter.

A place of refuge or asylum.

A reserved area in which birds and other animals, especially wild animals, are protected from hunting or disturbance.