The church boasts a distinctive design crowned by five white domes. Each dome rests on a drum adorned with stained-glass windows that depict themes from Christ’s Passion. Inside the church, visitors are greeted by papier-mâché figures in the apse that visually narrate stories of the Passion. One such depiction shows Pontius Pilate condemning Jesus to crucifixion, while another portrays John trying to shield the Virgin Mary from the sight of Jesus bearing the cross down the Via Dolorosa. 

The walls of the church are adorned with illustrations, including one of Pontius Pilate washing his hands and another of soldiers imposing the cross on Jesus. The church’s ceiling is upheld by four pink marble pillars. Additionally, pilasters are present on many of the walls, and miniature Corinthian columns appear to support the altar.

A particularly intriguing feature of this church is the Roman period floor located next to its western wall. This floor, typical of that era, is crafted from large, striated stones designed to prevent animals’ hooves from slipping. The highlights of the church include:

• Ancient Pavement: Excavations have revealed an ancient pavement near the church, believed to be part of the Roman Antonia Fortress. This could be where Jesus stood during his trial before Pilate.

• Byzantine Mosaics: Beneath the current structure, remnants of Byzantine mosaics have been discovered, suggesting the existence of an earlier church or religious building on the site.

• Crusader-era Relics: Various artifacts from the Crusader period have been unearthed, indicating the church’s significance during medieval times.

• Inscriptions: Stone inscriptions in various languages have been found, bearing witness to the international appeal of this sacred site over the centuries.