Church of the Beatitudes, Byzantine Revival church on Mount of Beatitudes near Sea of Galilee, Israel
The Church of the Beatitudes features an octagonal structure with marble walls and golden mosaics adorning its central dome overlooking the Sea of Galilee.
Built between 1936 and 1938 by architect Antonio Barluzzi, the church stands upon the ruins of a fourth-century Byzantine chapel marking Jesus's Sermon location.
The church pavement incorporates mosaic symbols representing seven virtues: Justice, Prudence, Fortitude, Temperance, Faith, Hope, and Charity around its altar.
The church welcomes visitors daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a midday closure, situated 1.5 kilometers from ancient ruins near Tabgha.
The Italian Mission Society commissioned this church with financial support from Benito Mussolini, incorporating local architectural elements into its Byzantine Revival design.
Location: Tabgha
Inception: 1938
Architects: Antonio Barluzzi
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture
Website: http://beatitudeschurch.com
GPS coordinates: 32.88086,35.55579
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:09
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