The Eight Gates of Jerusalem
Encased within ancient walls, the Old City holds eight gates, each with its own story. Of the gates of Jerusalem, seven are open, and one is sealed, waiting for the pages of prophecy to turn.
Encased within ancient walls, the Old City holds eight gates, each with its own story. Of the gates of Jerusalem, seven are open, and one is sealed, waiting for the pages of prophecy to turn.
The Jaffa Gate, one of the seven main entrances to Jerusalem’s Old City houses a few magnificent stories that span more than a millennia.
The Room of the Last Supper is the place where some of the most momentous events recorded in the New Testament: the final meal that Jesus shared with his disciples before his crucifixion and the Pentacost.
A revered pilgrimage site for Christians worldwide, the Chapel of the Ascension stands as a testament to the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. This ancient chapel (turned into a mosque) holds profound spiritual significance and captivates visitors.
Nestled in the valley of Kidron, next to the Mount of Olives, Mary’s Tomb is an emblem of sacred history. The site, located at the foot of the Mount of Olives, is close to the Lion’s Gate and the Old City walls.
Encapsulated within the heart of Jerusalem stands the Church of the Redeemer. A protestant church inaugurated in 1898, it is an enduring testament to the rich tapestry of faith that forms the city’s spiritual landscape.
The Garden Tomb is considered by some denominations as the place where Jesus was crucified and buried. It is owned and administered by The Garden Tomb (Jerusalem) Association, a charitable trust based in the United Kingdom.
According to the tradition, the Church of All Nations was built over the rock on which Jesus is believed to have prayed in agony. Inside the church, this rock is visible under the altar, and it is the main focus for visitors and pilgrims.
Located at the Mount of Olives, the Dominus Flevit (The Lord Wept) Church was built in the 20th century under the supervision of the renowned Italian architect Antonio Barluzzi.