St. Paul’s Church

The Church of Saint Paul is a significant Christian pilgrimage site in Damascus, commemorating the Apostle Paul’s escape from Jewish persecution through a window in Bab Kisan. Roman stones were repurposed for its construction, resulting in a miniature basilica-style church with a wooden vaulted ceiling. The church draws thousands of visitors on June 29th (the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul) and is vibrant with the liturgical prayers of the Melkite Greek Catholics. Its inclusion in the “St. Paul’s Path” route enhances faith-based tourism, linking Damascus with sites like Maaloula and Saidnaya.