Refers to a stately, often large and impressive building, such as a palace or a grand hall. Can be used for both historical and modern structures.
That palace was truly a magnificent hall.
Used for religious or sacred buildings, especially in a formal or literary context. Often implies a place of reverence.
この神殿は古くから信仰の殿堂として崇められてきた。
This temple has been revered as a hall of worship since ancient times.
hall of fame
Commonly used in compounds like 殿堂入り (induction into a hall of fame) or 名誉の殿堂 (hall of fame). Refers to a figurative place honoring outstanding achievements.
彼はその功績で野球殿堂入りを果たした。
He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for his achievements.
This museum is known as the hall dedicated to music.
The king built a magnificent palace.
That deity is enshrined in the temple.