The old city of Antalya is a rich source of history, with hidden crosses serving as tangible evidence of ancient churches. This walking tour, which delves into the West side of Kaleiçi, near the Yivli Minare Mosque, is a journey of discovery of Christian ruins. Kaleiçi, meaning inside the castle, is the Seljuk fortification that demonstrates various methods of protecting the diverse peoples who once lived within the walls.
[Read more…] about Kaleiçi Walking Tour – From Port Lookout to the Greek WallsIstanbul’s Christian Archaeology in the Cafe Garden Monuments
The courtyard of the Archaeology Museum hosts Christian history. Often unlabeled but with observation, many pillars and capitals give us insight to some Cafe Garden monuments.
[Read more…] about Istanbul’s Christian Archaeology in the Cafe Garden MonumentsHidden Crosses at Istanbul Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Istanbul provides a captivating look into the ancient history of the region. However, it offers minimal information about the city’s Christian history spanning 14 centuries. Near the entrance, in the cafe garden, storage area, and courtyard, there are hidden crosses, which reflect the significant influence of the Byzantines. The Church History section remains in the outdoor courtyard, exposed to the elements
[Read more…] about Hidden Crosses at Istanbul Archaeological MuseumFormer Byzantine Church in Antalya
In the heart of the old city of Antalya, known as Kaleici, is a mosque called Şehzade Korkut Cami, the site of a former temple. Yet, the space hosted a church three times, and now it is opened as a mosque. Let’s explore this former Byzantine church in Antalya, reconstructed as a mosque.
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The Antalya Archeology Museum is one of the best museums in Turkiye, especially regarding the amount of space allotted to Byzantine history. Nevertheless, you could easily miss it. Following are some treasures you can look for while walking through the Museum.
[Read more…] about Hidden Crosses in the Antalya Archeology MuseumSeven Contrasts that Give Focus for Prayer
These seven contrasts between Christianity and Islam will give insights into how we pray and live. This list guides the final seven days of the 30-day prayer challenge and is a way to see how the God of the Bible differs from the deity of the Quran.
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