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Church of Mary Magdalene, Jerusalem

Heritage · Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel
Contractor
Citylight Engineering Ltd.
Lighting Fixtures Supplier
Citylight Engineering Ltd.
Church of Mary Magdalene, Jerusalem
§ Design note
  1. 01Sacred Landmark. The lighting gives the church a dignified and recognizable night-time identity, strengthening its presence as a spiritual and historic landmark on the Mount of Olives.
  2. 02Dome & Silhouette. Light reinforces the church’s vertical composition and distinctive golden onion domes, helping the building read clearly from a distance.
  3. 03Stone & Detail. The design reveals the texture, depth, and architectural details of the stone facades while maintaining a restrained and respectful atmosphere.
Church of Mary Magdalene in Jerusalem at night
Golden domes of the Church of Mary Magdalene
Heritage lighting on the Mount of Olives
Illuminated stone facade of the church
Church of Mary Magdalene above the Kidron Valley
§ Technical notes
  1. 01Exterior Lighting Only. The project scope focuses on the exterior architectural lighting; no interior lighting was included.
  2. 02Dome & Facade Illumination. Lighting is composed to highlight the domes, tower elements, facade openings, arches, roofline, and key architectural edges.
  3. 03Glare Control. Fixture aiming and optics are planned to reduce glare and preserve a comfortable view of the church and surrounding landscape.
  4. 04Heritage Integration. Lighting equipment is integrated carefully into the site to support long-term outdoor operation with minimal visual clutter.
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