Xewkija Church from Sannat by elza

Xewkija Church from Sannat

This is the Church of Saint John the Baptist, commonly known as the Rotunda of Xewkija in Gozo. This shot is from the Sannat side and was taken as the sun was setting behind me.

The church was built in the 20th century on the site of a previous church, the church was designed by the Maltese architect Ġużè Damato. The dome is the world's third highest unsupported dome and one of Gozo's distinctive landmarks.

The plans of Damato were based on the Santa Maria della Salute church of Venezia. The old church was left in place while the Rotunda was being built around it.

The old church was then carefully dismantled and the best sculptures were saved and rebuilt in an adjacent building under the church belfry. It is now known as the Sculpture Museum.
Super photo with warm colors and the moon makes it complete
September 9th, 2022  
Beautiful!!
September 9th, 2022  
Magnificent photo.
September 9th, 2022  
Beautiful
September 9th, 2022  
Beautiful colours of the buildings.
September 9th, 2022  
Stunning shot
September 9th, 2022  
Wonderful scene and light
September 10th, 2022  
The colors in this are so rich. A wonderful view of the church and sky.
September 10th, 2022  
Amazing building and beautiful shot. Thank you also for the information!
September 10th, 2022  
What a stunning photo fav
September 10th, 2022  
fantastic shot, fav
September 10th, 2022  
Fabulous capture.
September 10th, 2022  
Lee
Great view.
September 10th, 2022  
Stunning!
September 10th, 2022  
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