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Madaba Sights

Church of the Apostles

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  • Address
    • Al-Nuzha St Town Centre
  • Price
    • admission combined ticket JD2
  • Hours
    • 09:00-17:00 Oct-Apr, 08:00-19:00 May-Sep

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Lonely Planet review for Church of the Apostles

The Church of the Apostles contains a remarkable mosaic dedicated to the 12 apostles, although it can be difficult to see clearly. The embroidery-like mosaic was created in AD 568 and is one of the few instances where the mosaicist (Salomios) put his name to his work. The central portion shows Thalassa, a woman who represents the sea, surrounded by fish and some slippery marine creatures (check out the comical little octopus).

In the same mosaic are representations of less threatening native animals, birds, flowers and fruits, and cherubic faces in the corners.

 

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