Haven

Connecticut city component

A haven is a place of safety or shelter—a refuge from danger, trouble, or difficulty.

Originally a harbor where ships find protection from storms, the meaning extends to any sanctuary: The library was her haven from the chaos at home.

A tax haven is a jurisdiction with low rates that attracts foreign money.

shelter

refuge

Place of safety

sanctuaryProtected sacred space
retreatSanctuary or withdrawal
asylumShelter from persecution

safe house · hideaway · protection · escape · safety · hideout · bolt-hole · safe place · harbor · safeguard

spiritual

peace

Freedom from disturbance

tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
paradiseIdeal, blissful place

bliss · heaven · nirvana · solace · meditation · contemplation · oasis · calm · harmony · healing

harbor

port

Docking place for ships

anchorageSecure harbor spot
marinaRecreational vessel harbor
mooringVessel's secured resting place

dock · wharf · cove · inlet · bay · berth · jetty · quay · seaport · landing

domestic

home

One's personal residence

hearthFireplace floor area
nestAnimal-built shelter for young
abodePlace of residence

dwelling · homestead · household · fireside · comfort · warmth · cozy · familiar · belonging · rootedness

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