St. Anne’s Church finds its abode within the boundaries of the Old City, near the Lions’ Gate and the iconic Pool of Bethesda. This sacred site is believed to be the birthplace of the Virgin Mary, making it an integral part of Christian heritage.
The Church of the Annunciation commemorates the biblical story when the Angel Gabriel visited Mary and announced that she would conceive and bear a son, who would be named Jesus, the Son of God.
Mount Precipice is where an angry mob, incensed by Jesus’s teachings in the synagogue, attempted to throw him off the cliff. Mount Precipice is located South of Nazareth.
The Pater Noster Church is a treasure trove for those seeking a spiritual journey through history. It is one of four churches built by Helena, mother of Constantine the great in the fourth century AD. This sacred sanctuary is not just a church.
The Church of the Flagellation enshrines the spot where, according to tradition, Jesus Christ was flogged by Roman soldiers before being led down the Via Dolorosa to Calvary.
Antonio Barluzzi, an Italian architect born in 1884, is best known for his extensive work in the Holy Land where he designed and restored numerous churches and other religious buildings.
Mount Tabor, reverberating with biblical echoes, is the reputed site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. The Church of the Transfiguration was built as a historical and architectural jewel.
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.