Best walking tour in Jerusalem
The meeting point of the best walking tour in Jerusalem is Jaffa Gate, one of the seven gates into the Old City of Jerusalem. From here you’ll start the tour and visit the Wailing Wall.
El Wailing Wall is certainly the most famous attraction and the most loved to see in Jerusalem. It is a sacred place and an immense religious centre, a symbol of Judaism. This emblem of the city gathers millions of faithful but also tourists every year. It has a great emotional impact even on those who are not of the Jewish religion.
It is also called the Western Wall because it is the only remaining intact western part of the ancient Jerusalem temple destroyed by Roman soldiers. The fall of this temple meant a real loss of the place of worship. Today, people go to the wailing wall to pray and also to write letters to leave on the wall. Before visiting this important religious site, remember to dress appropriately. Women must cover their shoulders and wear long dresses, while men must wear a typical hat as a sign of respect.
The Temple Mount
Temple Mount in Jerusalem, Israel
For a great religious moment, you’ll be in front of the Temple Mount.
The Temple Mount is one of the most important places in Islam. Today there are numerous Islamic buildings. Including the famous Dome of the Rock, also called the Golden Dome, and the Al-Aqsa Mosque. The Dome of the Rock is the symbol of the city and the oldest Islamic building in the world. This precious temple is considered sacred because this is the place where Abraham was about to sacrifice his son. Every year millions of tourists and locals visit this temple, one of the most impressive places in Israel.
If you are in Jerusalem, you cannot miss a visit to this place known throughout the world.
Yad Vashem: a very important memorial
If you are visiting Jerusalem, a visit to Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, is a must. This centre was established in 1953 and aims to document the history and suffering of the Jewish people during the Shoah. The task is to remember the millions of victims who lost their lives in what is considered the ugliest page of history ever. At Yad Vashem, you can visit the memorials and the gardens near the Mount of Remembrance. You can also visit the museum where many testimonies, letters, photos, and even emotional objects of the victims of this tragedy are kept. There is also a memorial dedicated to the millions of children who were killed in the death camps. This visit will be very touching and will change your life.
Via Crucis: a very touching experience
One of the activities not to be missed is to do and walk the Via Dolorosa, also called Via Crucis. It is the path that Jesus followed with the cross on his shoulders up to the mountain where he was crucified. Despite this, it is possible to do only a part of the journey made by Jesus. This is not a simple way, but a real journey characterized by different roads and stages. The route takes place in the narrow streets and small alleys of the Muslim quarter of Jerusalem. This touching experience will remain with you forever, whether you are religious or not.
Damascus Gate
Among the various doors that allow access to the ancient quarter of Jerusalem is the Damascus Gate. It is one of the most beautiful and oldest gates in the city. This architectural beauty is so named as it is located on the same road that previously led to Damascus. Near the door, you will be able to visit other religious places such as the Garden Tomb. This tomb is a symbol of the death and resurrection of Jesus. You cannot miss this amazing religious place. You’ll be amazed!
Book your bed in Jerusalem at Abraham Hostel
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The meeting point of the tour is Jaffa Gate, near the old city of Jerusalem.
