Biete Gabriel-Rufael — the House of the Archangels Gabriel and Raphael — is part of the southeastern group and notable for its dramatic approach: a single high bridge spans the trench separating the church from the rest of the complex. The exterior is austere compared to some of its neighbours, with plain surfaces and narrow openings that give the building a fortified character.
The church interior is relatively simple, with a nave and two flanking aisles. The floors are uneven and the lighting is low; a torch or the light from the doorway reveals the carved stone details above. Adjacent to Gabriel-Rufael is the smaller Biete Lehem (House of Holy Bread), connected by a passage and part of the same building cluster. Together, the two churches are among the least visited of the eleven, which makes them among the most rewarding — you are unlikely to be rushed through by a guide eager to reach the main event.