The Roman Baptist Catholic Church
Follow the Panoramic Whispers
In December 7, 1967, the Vatican bestowed recognition upon the historic Catholic Church in Madaba, anointed as the Shrine of the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. It beckoned to travelers and pilgrims alike, inviting them to partake in the sanctity of this revered site.
This early-20th-century Roman Catholic church, once a simple place of worship, now stands as a captivating destination for visitors and pilgrims alike, its ancient foundations restored to their former glory. At the heart of this complex lies the Acropolis Museum, nestled within the vaulted underbelly of the church. Here, a well dating back to the Moabite era, a testament to its enduring legacy, continues to draw awe. The facade of the church, crafted from stones of antiquity, bears witness to the passage of time, while Roman columns adorned with Corinthian capitals grace the courtyard. Within the confines of the 19th-century chapel, now repurposed as a visitor center and gift shop, an intriguing exhibition awaits, showcasing photographs capturing moments from 1902 to 1911, alongside an exquisite replica of the mosaics at Umm Ar Rasas.
