The main and largest Catholic Church in Istanbul, St. Anthony, is located on the famous Istiklal street. Giulio Mongeri created this architectural masterpiece in the neo-Gothic style in 1912.
The building was built 6 years. Beauty is simply fascinating! We came just before Christmas in the Church. Decorations and decorations turn this place into a magical world. Italian priests and the Church itself are an example of religious tolerance in colorful Istanbul.
The temple is conveniently hidden in the depths of a small courtyard formed by two original houses. Houses and the temple were built almost simultaneously, so the architect Giulio Mongeri designed the ensemble in the same style of Venetian neo-Gothic. In General, Giulio Mongeri built for Istanbul a lot of interesting buildings - for example, the Italian Palace and hotel Macha Palace.
Apparently, the passage above the arch connects the two houses-such a romantic gallery. From the street Istiklal arch is more than noticeable, it is very difficult to miss.
The rain turned slightly darkened the photo, but the beauty is in any case passed. Admire the architecture and decoration of the Church of St. Anthony, and will be in Istanbul, be sure to take a look at this courtyard! Address-Istiklal street, 171, Istanbul.
From the history of the Church of St. Anthony of Padua known that Anthony of Padua - was one of the most famous followers of St. Francis. The first Church of St. Anthony appeared in Istanbul in 1724, but in 1904 it was demolished to pave the tram tracks.
Instead of Franciscans was allocated a new site, which in 1906 laid a new Church of St. Anthony. In 1912 it was opened to the faithful. The Church hosts services in several languages.
In 1932 the Church received the status of the minor Basilica from Pope Pius XI. Such status is given to pilgrimage churches and churches of great historical importance. There are 1,728 churches with this status in the world.
Near the steps of the temple - Christmas palm trees and a statue of Pope John XXIII with a dove, a bird of peace, but a mark.
Entrance to the Church is free, the main thing-not to interfere with the service and the faithful. At the entrance to the Church - a marble bowl with consecrated water. As it should be in the Church high vaults, great acoustics, solemnity and beauty. The lack of gold salaries, icons IMHO never spoils the impression. Paintings, mosaics, bas-reliefs...If you remove the Christmas wreaths, everything will be very modest, discreet and inspiring
As we can see, the Cathedral is decorated for Christmas and new year holidays. Well, in the fresh air...also, everything is dedicated to Christmas:) the Holy family was provided with everything necessary.
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