The Madaba Map, also known as the Madaba Mosaic Map, is part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint George in Madaba, Jordan. The mosaic map depicts an area from Lebanon in the north to the Nile Delta in the south, and from the Mediterranean Sea in the west to the Eastern Desert.

Feb 17, 2022 · The oldest surviving original geographic representation of the Holy Land, particularly Jerusalem, can be seen on a portion of the Middle Eastern map known as the Madaba Map. It's from the sixth century AD. As a new Greek Orthodox church was being built on the site of an older one, the mosaic was uncovered in 1884.

Jan 18, 2025 · It includes the earliest known mosaic of Madaba, the Mosaic of the Lower Baptistry Chapel, with rams, a bull, a lion and gazelle. Another highlight includes the Eden-like Mosaic of Paradise, where trees burst with fruit and hares leap amid lions.

Feb 18, 2022 · In 1884, the local community in Madaba, Jordan, made an incredible discovery, the oldest Holy Land map in the world. The now-famous Madaba Map, however, is not found on a piece of paper but rather is part of an intricately designed mosaic floor, now part of …

Mar 5, 2025 · Step into a city where history comes to life through breathtaking mosaics, ancient churches, and sacred landmarks. Known as the “City of Mosaics,” Madaba offers a mesmerizing blend of culture, faith, and artistry that spans centuries.

Mar 26, 2021 · Discovered in a remote Ottoman town in 1884, the Madaba Map is both a masterpiece of Byzantine design and a working map of Jerusalem and the sixth-century Middle East.

Sep 11, 2023 · Madaba, Jordan’s mosaic city, is a destination that captivates travelers with its rich history, stunning artwork, and vibrant culture. From its ancient mosaics to its archaeological sites, Madaba offers a unique and immersive experience for visitors seeking to …

Sep 27, 2021 · The colorful mosaic that appeared at their feet depicted sites across the Holy Land, including different geographical features and hundreds of inscriptions in Greek. Fragment of the Madaba Mosaic Map, the oldest floor mosaic map of the Holy Land and Jerusalem in the Saint George s Church. Photo: Siempreverde22 | Dreamstime.com

The Madaba Map (also known as the Madaba Mosaic Map) is part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint George at Madaba, Jordan. The Madaba Map depicts parts of the Middle East. Dating back to the sixth century CE, part of it contains the oldest surviving original cartographic depiction of the Holy Land and especially Jerusalem.

Sep 26, 2024 · The Mosaic Map of Madaba (also known as the Madaba Mosaic or Madaba Map) is a fragmentarily preserved late antique to early Byzantine floor mosaic located in the modern Greek Orthodox Church of St. George in Madaba, Jordan.