Bet Gemal Monastery is a Catholic monastery near Beit Shemesh, and inside, you can visit the church of Saint Stephen. Map Bet Gemal Monastery is located near Beit Shemesh. And the easiest way to reach it is by entering its name into Waze. Parking There is free parking near the entrance. Opening Hours Monday –…
Caesarea Philippi was a Roman city by Mount Hermon. And since Jesus visited it, it has become an important Christian pilgrimage destination. Note: Philip the Tetrarch, Herod’s son, founded Caesarea Philippi. Map The remains of Caesarea Philippi are part of Banias (Hermon Stream Nature Reserve). And Banias Nature Reserve is located at the Golan Heights,…
According to tradition, Jesus prayed and was arrested the night before his crucifixion in the Garden of Gethsemane. Note: In that olive garden, Jesus also underwent agony in the garden. Map The Garden of Gethsemane is situated at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. It is located east of the Old City,…
Cenacle comes from Latin, meaning dining room. According to Christian Bible, the Last Supper and other significant events occurred here. Note: Cenacle is also called the Upper Room. Map The Cenacle is situated on Mount Zion in Jerusalem. It is located to the South of the Old City, and a short walk from Zion Gate…
According to tradition, Dormition Abbey on Mount Zion stands where the Virgin Mary fell asleep and was taken, body and soul, to heaven. Note: I took the featured image from the roof of a nearby building. You can find Cenacle, King David’s Tomb, and the Former President’s Room in that building. Map Dormition Abbey is…
Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue is a mid-16th-century synagogue in the old city of Safed, named after Ari, founder of Lurianic Kabbalah. Note: in religious circles, ARI is a known Hebrew acronym for Rabbi Isaac Luria Ashkenazi. Map Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue is located near Safed Candles on Israel Najara Streed in the old city of Safed. And…