Church ceiling

Next time you’re in a beautiful church, please do bow your head in prayer. But when you’re done, remember to gaze heavenward. [See also: 21 Mesmerizing Photos of the World’s Most Beautiful Churches] [See also: Wow! Medieval Cathedrals Used to Be Full of Brilliant Colors] Here are 21 pictures of beautiful church ceilings. You can click on any image to enlarge it. Enjoy! Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood – St. Petersburg, Russia Santa Maria della Vittoria – Rome, Italy

From Italy to Iran, AD surveys those church ceilings that not only inspire religious devotion but form stunning aethestics

This is the most beautiful parish church chapel ceiling I have seen (and I have seen a lot). I love the symmetry and drama of it. I thought I was standing directly under the central beam but obviously I wasn't. Still I can always retake it another day. I may have to lie on the floor and hope no one sees me. It is in St. Mary's Parish Church in Old Amersham, Bucks.

Interior of St. John's Anglican Church

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From Italy to Iran, AD surveys those church ceilings that not only inspire religious devotion but form stunning aethestics