Western Wall (Wailing Wall, Kotel) is an ancient wall in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is the holiest place for Jews. Also, do you know the connection between Star Trek and the Western Wall? You will find the answer at the end of this post. Table of Contents1 About the Kotel2 Map3 Directions4 Restrooms5…
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in the Old City offers stunning views and a lovely archeological museum. Table of Contents1 Map2 Directions3 Opening Hours4 Entrance Fee5 Dress Code6 History7 Concerts8 Services9 Exterior10 The Tower10.1 Panoramic Views10.1.1 Eastern View10.1.2 South and West Panorama10.1.3 Multi-level City10.1.4 North View11 Archeological Park – Excavations11.1 Ancient Quarry11.2 Second Wall?11.3 Sounding11.4…
Avdat was an ancient Nabataean city along the Incense Route (station number 62). And at Avdat National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can see the remains of that city. Notes: Table of Contents1 Map1.1 How to Get from Ein Avdat to Avdat?2 When to Visit?3 Hiking Tracks4 Museum4.1 History5 The Nabataean City5.1 Water5.2…
Kursi National Park contains remains of a Byzantine monastery and is traditionally recognized as the site of Jesus` Miracle of the Swine. On a personal note, I wanted to say that when I created Israel National Parks And Nature Reserves, it became evident which places I missed or have not visited in recent years. And…
Church of the Multiplication and the Primacy of Saint Peter in Tabgha are located where according to tradition, the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes happened. Table of Contents1 Map2 What does Tabgha mean?3 What Happened at Tabgha?4 Church of the Multiplication4.1 Contact Information4.2 Miracle of the Multiplication of the Loaves And…
Capernaum (the town of Jesus) is an ancient village where you can visit the White Synagogue, Peter’s House, and the Church of the Holy Apostles. Table of Contents1 Map1.1 The Three Parts of Capernaum1.2 Directions2 What is the Meaning of Capernaum?3 History4 What miracles did Jesus perform at Capernaum?5 Capernaum in the Bible6 Jesus Trail7…