The Oldest Churches in the World

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Christianity is one of the most followed faith in the world having a history of more than 2000 years old.Here bringing you some of the oldest known churches in the world.

a.)Dura-Europos Church – Dura-Europos, Syria

Dura-Europos is known to be the oldest Christian church, dating back to 235 AD located in Syria. The building is simple in design – a house attached to a room thought to be used for meetings.

b.)Megiddo Church – Tel Megiddo

Megiddo Church – Tel Megiddo, Israel built in 3rd century when Roman empire flourished.

c.)Etchmiadzin Cathedral

Etchmiadzin cathedral holds the distinction of being the oldest church in the world that was originally built between 301 and 303 AD and restored in 1441 A.D. Located in Armenia (the world’s first Christian country).

d.) St. Peter’s Basilica – Vatican City

St. Peter’s Basilica is the Disney World of churches. Located in Vatican City in Italy. The Peter Basilica was first built as a church in 333AD and got a major face lift in the 15th century. St. Peter’s Basilica attracts millions of visitors annually and is seen as one of the holiest locations in the world among Catholics, partially because it’s believed to sit above St. Peter’s tomb.

e.)Church of St. Peter – Antakya, Turkey

That Saint Peter sure has gotten a lot of architectural love over the centuries.The church is mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles in the Bible and its worshipers were the first to be called Christians.

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