The Italian City of Assisi to Host the Traveling Exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' - Jordan News
We warmly invite you to experience this exhibition—and to continue your journey to Jordan, the living land of the Dawn of Christianity.
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The international traveling exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' will open on July 4 at Palazzo Monte Frumentario in Assisi, marking its second major venue following a successful debut at the Vatican earlier this in collaboration with the Municipality of Assisi, the exhibition will take place in the 13th-century Palazzo Monte Frumentario, a former granary now restored as a prominent cultural center. The venue, located in the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi, was chosen for its deep historical and spiritual over 5 million visitors annually, Assisi is renowned for its religious significance and UNESCO World Heritage status. Hosting the exhibition reflects the growing cultural and diplomatic ties between Jordan and Italy, highlighted by King Abdullah II's 2019 receipt of the Lamp of Peace award in Assisi for his efforts in advancing interfaith exhibition's opening aligns with preparations for Jubilee Year 2025, proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme 'Pilgrims of Hope', a sacred year celebrated once every 25 years in Catholic tradition.'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' highlights five significant Christian pilgrimage sites within Jordan's borders. The exhibition features Bethany Beyond the Jordan, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and identified by the Vatican as the location of Jesus Christ's baptism. Additional sites include Mount Nebo, the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain in Anjara, Tell Mar Elias, and Machaerus, where historical accounts place John the Baptist's imprisonment and exhibition aims to promote Jordan as a leading destination for religious tourism, building on the momentum of Pope Francis's 2014 visit to the Baptism Site and reinforcing Jordan's position within the broader Holy exhibition reflects Jordan's dedication to sharing its Christian legacy with the world. By presenting these sacred sites to international audiences, it invites visitors to experience the spiritual richness and historical depth that Jordan uniquely offers. The exhibition serves as a cultural and spiritual bridge, fostering mutual understanding and echoing the spirit of peace and dialogue long embodied by Saint project is a collaborative initiative between Jordanian cultural institutions and global partners, supporting broader efforts to enhance religious tourism and cultural diplomacy across the region. Following its Assisi debut, the exhibition is scheduled to tour additional international locations. Visitor details and the full exhibition itinerary are available at © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
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The Italian City of Assisi to Host the Traveling Exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' - Jordan News
On July 4th, the historic city of Assisi, nestled in the heart of Italy's Umbria region, will host the international traveling exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity', following its stellar debut at the Vatican this past February and March. اضافة اعلان This new showing in Assisi will be held at the stunning Palazzo Monte Frumentario, in collaboration with the Città di Assisi (City of Assisi). Overlooking the historic streets of Assisi, this 13th-century architectural gem once served as a public granary and center for charitable giving. Now beautifully restored as a cultural venue, the Palazzo provides a fitting and contemplative setting for the exhibition's spiritual and historical themes. The exhibition carries profound symbolic and spiritual significance. As the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi—one of the most revered figures in Christian tradition, known for his message of peace, humility, and interfaith dialogue—the city has long been a beacon for spiritual seekers. Since the Middle Ages, Assisi has become one of the world's foremost Christian pilgrimage destinations, drawing over 5 million pilgrims and visitors each year in search of contemplation and spiritual renewal in a setting that harmonizes natural beauty with sacred heritage. Assisi holds a special place in the hearts of Jordanians. In 2019, His Majesty King Abdullah II received the Lamp of Peace here, in recognition of his unwavering commitment to peace, dignity, and interfaith harmony—values that are deeply cherished by the people of Jordan and embodied by Saint Francis himself. This spiritual resonance is even more meaningful in 2025, a year proclaimed by the late Pope Francis as a Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church under the theme 'Pilgrims of Hope'—a rare celebration that occurs only once every 25 years, inviting the faithful to renew their journey of faith. Jordan's participation in this historic moment affirms its enduring spiritual message and its place as an integral part of the Holy Land. The Kingdom stands as one of the world's most significant centers of Christian heritage and pilgrimage. It has welcomed many important religious milestones, including the historic visit of the late Pope Francis to Jordan in 2014, during which he visited the Baptism Site on the Jordan River and praised Jordan as a symbol of shared living and peace in the region. The exhibition casts a spotlight on the richness of Jordan's Christian heritage through its pilgrimage sites that are officially recognized by the Vatican. It begins with the sacred waters of the Baptism Site, Bethany Beyond the Jordan, where Jesus Christ was baptized on the eastern banks of the River Jordan by John the Baptist—a place of immense spiritual power, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there, the journey of faith extends to Mount Nebo; to the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain in Anjara, associated with the Holy Family's passage through the region; to Tell Mar Elias, believed to be the birthplace of the Prophet Elijah; and to the windswept heights of Machaerus, the fortress where John the Baptist was imprisoned and martyred. Beyond highlighting these sacred places, the exhibition aims to draw attention to the importance of religious tourism and its promotion in Jordan. As a leading Christian pilgrimage destination in the world, Jordan offers a bridge between faith and culture—welcoming visitors and pilgrims from around the globe into an experience of spiritual depth, historical continuity, and cultural exchange. This traveling exhibition is part of a global effort to share Jordan's sacred Christian heritage with the world. Its message, like that of Saint Francis, is one of peace, dialogue, and hope. 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' is a living invitation to pilgrimage, reflection, and spiritual encounter. We warmly invite you to experience this exhibition—and to continue your journey to Jordan, the living land of the Dawn of Christianity.
