St. Peter's Church, Tel Aviv, Franciscan Catholic church in Old Jaffa, Israel
St. Peter's Church is a church building in the old quarter featuring Russian Revival architecture constructed entirely of brick. The structure has a tall tower with bells that rises prominently above the neighboring buildings of the historic area.
The current structure was built between 1888 and 1894 and stands on the site of a medieval fortress originally constructed by Frederick I. This location experienced multiple periods of use by different cultures and religions throughout the centuries.
The church is named after the Apostle Peter and reflects the long Christian presence in this quarter of the city. Today it serves as a place of worship drawing people from multiple religious communities and backgrounds.
Access to the interior is possible though the tower offers limited climbing opportunities due to its height and structure. It is wise to visit outside prayer times so you can view the architecture and interior furnishings without interruption.
The interior contains stained glass windows from Munich depicting scenes from the life of the Apostle Peter and telling Christian history through images. What stands out is the pulpit shaped like a fruit-bearing tree, an unusual artistic choice for a place of worship.
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