{"id":28437,"date":"2013-10-03T12:56:13","date_gmt":"2013-10-03T11:56:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/?p=28437"},"modified":"2021-06-03T12:04:11","modified_gmt":"2021-06-03T11:04:11","slug":"churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm","title":{"rendered":"Churches that would make your Jaws Drop"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69efc1058a9f2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69efc1058a9f2\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm\/#godly_sunrise_in_reykjavik\" >Godly Sunrise in Reykjavik<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm\/#la_sagrada_familia_cathedral_%e2%80%93_barcelona_spain\" >La Sagrada Familia Cathedral \u2013 Barcelona, Spain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm\/#carmelite_house_of_prayer\" >Carmelite House of Prayer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm\/#hallgrimskirkja_%e2%80%93_reykjavik_iceland\" >Hallgrimskirkja \u2013 Reykjavik, Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/destinations\/churches-that-would-make-your-jaws-drop.htm\/#st_joseph_the_betrothed_ukrainian_catholic_church_%e2%80%93_chicago_usa\" >St. Joseph the Betrothed Ukrainian Catholic Church \u2013 Chicago, USA<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>One can travel the whole world and visit some of the most beautiful places however everyone knows that there is no place quite like the mysterious and hauntingly beautiful churches. If you want to get up close and personal with history or art and be mesmerized by the beauty of its interior, then you must visit the churches of wherever you decide to go. Each church has its own story and uniqueness that would captivate your soul. So if you are looking for inspiration and an adventurous journey then you should explore these churches as they should not be missed out on.<\/p>\n<p>There are countless churches that have architectural designs that are simply breathtakingly beautiful. Ranging from simple minimalist structures to some of the most powerful and delicate designs, the beauty of which will shock you. The works that have been done on some of these churches are simply genius! And even when looking at today\u2019s architectural talent and spirit, the work done hundreds of years ago cannot be compared to today.<\/p>\n<p>Their works were a masterpiece and an inspirational epitome for all. This is not only a place of worship for the believers but it is built in such a magnificent way that would leave anyone observing the architecture for hours on end. If you are on a hunt for hauntingly beautiful and stunning churches then make sure you visit some of the churches given in the list below;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"godly_sunrise_in_reykjavik\"><\/span>Godly Sunrise in Reykjavik<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most hauntingly beautiful churches that you will ever come across, the Godly Sunrise in Reykjavik is a church that should not be missed out on. The delicate and grand exterior is nothing compared to the grandiose interior.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"la_sagrada_familia_cathedral_%e2%80%93_barcelona_spain\"><\/span>La Sagrada Familia Cathedral \u2013 Barcelona, Spain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This church in Barcelona, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/flights\/europe\/spain.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spain<\/a> has made thousands of tourists rush and book their cheap flights to Spain and this year it is your chance to figure out why.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"carmelite_house_of_prayer\"><\/span>Carmelite House of Prayer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Originally the Carmelite house of Prayer was a mansion that was built for the wealthy industrialists in California however today it is a place of worship and one of the most beautiful ones. The landscaping is simply stunning and adds to the beauty of the church.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"hallgrimskirkja_%e2%80%93_reykjavik_iceland\"><\/span>Hallgrimskirkja \u2013 Reykjavik, Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You have seen nothing yet unless you get to witness and see for yourself the beauty of this church. The pictures do not do justice and hence you should book your cheap flight to Iceland today and explore one of the most charming and captivating architectural structures.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"st_joseph_the_betrothed_ukrainian_catholic_church_%e2%80%93_chicago_usa\"><\/span>St. Joseph the Betrothed Ukrainian Catholic Church \u2013 Chicago, USA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is simply a mystery to see a perfect blend of ancient and modern architecture but the church in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/flights\/usa\/chicago.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago<\/a> shows that it is possible. Discover a whole new world of architecture and design by visiting this marvelous church.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One can travel the whole world and visit some of the most beautiful places however everyone knows that there is no place quite like the mysterious and hauntingly beautiful churches. 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