Byzantine Church in Khirba

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Byzantine Church in Khirba

Religious Monuments

Considered among the largest Byzantine churches unearthed in the rural areas of Sweida, this edifice was integral to a flourishing settlement of its time. It was erected to serve the local populace as part of a broader network of churches across the Hauran region, distinguished by its meticulous architectural design. The church remained in active use until the Islamic conquest, after which it was progressively abandoned.

Special Details

Ancient Church of Khirba, Byzantine church layout with a stone apse, scattered large columns, eroded decorated entrance, and preserved original altar stones. Carved remnants suggest Greek-style religious symbolism. Byzantine era