Esgher Hasköy Synagogue in Istanbul
Istanbul, TR
The Esgher Hasköy Synagogue in Istanbul is a Sephardi synagogue probably dating from the 18th century. This stone building now serves as a restaurant.
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Istanbul, TR
The Esgher Hasköy Synagogue in Istanbul is a Sephardi synagogue probably dating from the 18th century. This stone building now serves as a restaurant.
Xàbia, ES
The church of Sant Bertomeu is a fortified religious building, whose origins lie in the 14th-century shelter tower. The rest of the temple is from the 16th century, in Gothic style, but with later modifications. Its construction was directed by Domingo de Urteaga.
Gata de Gorgos, ES
The church of Sant Miquel Arcàngel was built in the 17th and 18th centuries. The church of Sant Miquel Arcàngel is a building with a central nave, two sides and a transept. It has eight chapels, four on each side. Next to the rectangular presbytery is the Communion chapel, which occupies the length of the presbytery and the altarpiece. On the other side is the sacristy. The façade is simple, facing the square, highlighting the bell tower and the portal. Its style is difficult to define because of the various renovations, it is between baroque and neoclassical.
Inca, ES
The exact date on which the construction began is unknown, but it is known that the original church was built before the Papal Bull of Innocent IV. The first written reference dates from July 1256 where the donation by Marua Cizaya of "7 salaries for the work, 3 to the chaplain and 12 coins to San Bartolome" appears in a will.
Illes Balears, ES
The Catalan architect Joan Rubiu Bellver, who worked with the world-famous Antoni Gaudu, was commissioned to design this emblematic church in the municipality of Son Servera, although after several changes had been made, it was finally left unfinished. Today we can see elements of Neo-Gothic architecture ??a marked austerity, large windows and rose windows?? and a particularly magical effect due to it being open to the sky. Balearic television issued a report about the history of this temple and its meaning. The documentary was made in 2004 by the journalist Xisco Umbert, from Son Servera, and it explains how and why people decided to make this Church, problems that they led to stop the works and the uses that have been given and give now.
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Eskelhem Church is one of the 92 medieval churches on the island of Gotland.
Rijssen, NL
The congregation had joined the Reformed Church in the Netherlands (Rijssen) in 1953. In 1970, a new schism occurred. The church was built to replace the previous Eskerk , which has since been demolished . Hall church without a tower.
Stara Zagora, BG
Also known as Mosque of Hamza Bay, it has the second largest single-domed among the Ottoman mosques when built. In 1856, the mosque was badly damaged by fire and the Baroque- style ornamental mural on its interior walls probably dates to after the fire in 1859 or 1860. In 2008-2013, its building was re-restored with a grant from the European Union and turned into a Museum of Religions.
Haskovo, BG
An arabic inscription at the entrace of the mosque mentions 1395 as the construction time of the monument, making it the oldest mosque in the country.
Kazanlak, BG
This is the only functioning mosque in the city, the name Eski means old in Bulgarian, refering to the long history behind its construction.
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Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of the Harz region, lies a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike - the Harz Monastery Hiking Trail. Lace up your hiking boots and embark on this captivating adventure that will transport you back in time.
The Holy Mile (Miglio Sacro) of Naples is a one-mile-long itinerary, through sacred places linked to the city's patron saint, San Gennaro, in the Rione Sanità district. Discover the city from a new perspective with this unique walking tour.
As a university city, cultural offerings abound in Tartu and will reach their peak after being designated one of three European Capitals of Culture for 2024. In this list, we've compiled the most interesting sacred places to visit in and around the old town.