Crusader Sites In Israel
Among the most fascinating relics in Israel are the Crusader forts and churches, remnants of a turbulent period when European knights and pilgrims set out to capture and defend the Holy Land.
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Domus Galilaeae
Domus Galilaeae, or the “House of Galilee” in English, is a Christian meeting place located on the peak of the Mount of Beatitudes, north of Capernaum and overlooking the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
The Stella Maris Monastery in Haifa
Located in Haifa, the Catholic Stella Maris Church and Monastery is dedicated to the Discalced Carmelite monks.
Hippos (Sussita)
Above the Sea of Galilee, the ancient city of Hippos-Sussita stands as a proud grandeur of civilizations past. With its rich Hellenistic and Roman history, this recently opened archaeological site offers you a journey through time, revealing tales of power and artistry.
The Church in Nein
The Church in Nein, officially known as the Church of the Resurrection of the Widow’s Son, is a significant religious edifice affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church.
National Park Tel Hazor
Hazor (Hazor National Park) is a UNESCO World Heritage site that has a rich history and is mentioned many times in the Bible. At Hazor where every stone has a story to tell, where every path leads you to a secret waiting to be unveiled.
Arbel National Park: A Cliffhanger History
The Arbel National Park boasts a monumental cliff that offers panoramic views. But beyond its natural beauty, Arbel holds interesting stories from the Roman period and the Mishna.
Mary’s Well, Nazareth
Mary’s Well (or the Virgin Mary’s Fountain) is reputed to be at the site where, according to a Christian tradition associated with the apocryphal Gospel of James, Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary, mother of Jesus, and announced the Annunciation.
The Synagogue Church
The name, “Synagogue Church,” stems from the longstanding tradition that places this very location as the site of the village synagogue during Jesus’ time.
Bethsaida: Home of Three of the Apostles
Bethsaida is the third most mentioned city in the gospels after Jerusalem and Capernaum. It is associated with several miracles performed by Jesus.