Sacred Heart Chapel, Haifa
The Sacred Heart Chapel[1][2] (Hebrew: קפלת לב הקדושה Latin: Capella Sacratissimi Cordis) is a religious building that is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is located on Mount Carmel in Haifa, northern Israel.
| Sacred Heart Chapel | |
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| קפלת לב הקדושה | |
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| 32.8285°N 34.96646°E | |
| Location | Haifa |
| Country |  Israel |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
Is notable for its unique design and started as a windmill with a privileged location overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the city of Haifa. The church has small white dome dating back to the nineteenth century. The temple is closed to visitors and is reserved exclusively for the Catholic inhabitants of the monastery, who use it for prayer and contemplation.
References
- Jacobs, Daniel; Eber, Shirley; Silvani, Francesca (1998-01-01). Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Rough Guides. ISBN 9781858282480.
- "Elijah Prophet Cave on Mount Carmel".
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