Village Hill Church (Cathedral)
Also known as Rahab CathedralIt is considered one of the largest churches in the region in terms of Size, decoration, and spiritual impactIt is located in the eastern part of the town, on a low spot, as if it deliberately bows down in reverence to the times that have passed over it.
The cathedral floor consists of Octagonal pieces decorated with human and animal imagesIn addition to grape clusters They branch out as if connecting earth and sky, in a profound visual reference to eternal life and the promise of salvation. Although parts of the mosaic were damaged during Icon WarsHowever, what remains of it still pulsates with amazing beauty.
in Mamluk eraA mosque was built on its ruins, but the cathedral has not been erased from memory. It remains alive in the consciousness of the people of Rahab, as if it were Mother of ChurchesIt welcomes the visitor with its majesty, and bids him farewell with ancient sighs of Unfinished prayers.
📸 Photos from the cathedral
The eastern facade of the cathedral
Details from the mosaic floor: grape clusters and animal images
Basilic plan of the church
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