Ecce Homo Arch: A Hello from the Roman Period
Ecce Homo Arch is named after Pontius Pilate’s Latin phrase, “Ecce Homo,” which translates to “Behold the Man”. The arch is now incorporated into the Sisters of Zion’s monastery.
Jerusalem
Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu:When the Cock’s Crowed
The Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu is a Roman Catholic church located on the eastern slope of Mount Zion. The church is dedicated to the biblical episode known as the Denial of Peter, where Peter denied knowing Jesus three times after Jesus’ arrest.
St. Anne’s Church Jerusalem
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.
Church of Annunciation
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.
Pater Noster (Elenona) Church
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.
Church of the Flagellation
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.
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.
Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem
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
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.
Ascension Church
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.