Behold Legacy International Center a landmark destination resort. This 18-acre complex offers a journey between the tangible and intangible. It blends old and new historical representations with a modern twist.
Legacy International Center was built by American televangelist Morris Cerullo. The center opened its doors in February 2020. The construction cost $190 million. Legacy International Center is scaled and massed to complement hillside gardens and shared public spaces.
The center features biblically inspired gardens. Architectural elements include a Welcome Center and Pavilion. The Welcome Center houses an interactive museum. Here you can find historical artifacts and exhibits. A 100-seat 4D theater features “Wings over Israel”. This is a full-sensory hang gliding tour of Israel.
Legacy International Center includes a plaza for contemplation prayer and meditation. It conjures Jerusalem’s Wailing Wall. Connecting the plaza and the Pavilion entry is an interactive fountain. The water choreography is in sync with an original musical score. Also there is a dynamic light show.
Inside Legacy International Center you’ll find different cultures and textures from all over the world. Explore the market arcades with dining options and shopping. They are evocative of the souk markets of the Middle East. You can relax at the 126-unit resort hotel and spa. There is also a library and prayer center. The Legacy Pavilion boasts a 500-seat performance center. It features state-of-the-art audio/visual technology.
A key feature is a 110-foot-long replica of the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem. Enjoy a meal at the 250-seat restaurant. The 4-D domed theater offers an immersive experience. It initially showed two films “Wings Over Israel” and “Walk Through the Bible”. Cerullo’s religious relics are also on display. You can see depictions of catacombs with replicas of biblical scenes. There is a child/teen area as well.
The Spire is the totem element and anchor for the Legacy International Center campus. This focal landmark is a vertical gesture with stenciled metal panels. It reveals “The Power of Words” in storytelling. The words “Love Peace and Forgiveness” deliver personal messages. These words are translated in 11 different languages.
Legacy International Center also houses offices for Morris Cerullo World Evangelism. It has a ballroom and a 500-seat theater. In 2011 Morris Cerullo World Evangelism purchased the foreclosed Mission Valley Resort. Construction for the Legacy International Center was approved in 2017.
Many visitors describe feeling the anointing at Legacy. They share stories of healing meeting amazing people and experiencing God’s presence. People say their lives were changed. The timeless atmosphere is expressed through contemporary design elements. This includes uniquely tailored shapes paired with extensive spans of structural glass and classic materials. Jerusalem limestone and bronzed metal accents add to the experience. Legacy International Center truly offers a unique experience. It combines faith history and modern amenities.