The oldest Christian church in daily use, the Church of the Nativity is one of the most visited spots for... Read More
“The Church of the Annunciation (or Basilica of the Annunciation, as it’s sometimes known), is located in Nazareth, in the... Read More
Next to a Greek Orthodox monastery, within a small courtyard, is Jerusalem’s oldest church: the Church of St. John the... Read More
On the western slope of Jerusalem’s Mount Olives stands a beautifully ornate church built in the 17th century Russian style:... Read More
The rise of the Byzantine Empire saw a flourish in fashion. The wealthy and opulent Empire was reflected in the... Read More
One of Jerusalem’s most popular sites for pilgrims, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre sits on one of Christianity’s most... Read More
Located on a rocky crag of Mount Parnon, at an altitude of 650 meters, is the Monastery of Panagia... Read More
Located just 300 miles northeast of St. Petersburg in Russia’s Lake Onega is Kizhi Island, home to two of Russia’s... Read More
We recently shared the story of the Church of the Ascension (Kolomenskoye), which was erected by Basil III to spark... Read More
Sumptuous and rich in color and detail, the art of the Byzantine has transcended the centuries and continues to inspire... Read More