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  • Christopher WhitselEric EspinozaWarren ChristensenCamino de Santiago- Esp/Whi
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    • Day 14
    • Monday, July 2, 2018 at 10:10 AM
    • ☀️ 22 °C
    • Altitude: 1,578 ft
    • SpainTorres del Río42°33’8” N  2°16’17” W

    Santo Sepulcro: Islamic craftsmen

    July 2, 2018 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C

    It is octagon shaped with Islamic design influences. It was built and designed by Muslims. Alabaster is used for windows, similar to other aged churches. The main window to the right faces directly towards Mecca. A couple of other churches I checked with my Google Qibla app are also oriented towards Mecca.Read more

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