ANCIENT CITY OF LAODICEA

The Holy Cross Church mentioned in the Revelation and two other churches and many temples are located in Laodicea, one of the most important religious centers of the ancient Christian world. A verse in the Bible which starts with the words "To the angel of the church in Laodicea, write" had a major role in Laodicea's becoming a religious center.

The Church of the Holy Cross in Laodicea, which was brought to light in 2010, is also the first church to be unearthed out of the 7 churches mentioned in the Bible.

The Church of the Holy Cross, located behind Temple A, was built on 10 pillars.A narthex, naos, prosthesis, diaconicon and a baptize room can be seen in the church. Built in 312 A.D. the church is unique in the world in terms of its architectural features.