Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the capital of Israel and a fascinating historic city, the city is sacred for three faiths namely Judaism, Islam and Christianity. Jerusalem was believed to be established 3000 years ago by King David hence making it one of the oldest cities in the world. Jerusalem is also known as ‘City of Gold’. Jerusalem is divided into three sections: the Old City, New City (West Jerusalem) and East Jerusalem, the old city is on UNESCO world heritage site list. Jerusalem is a unique place with the mixture of old and new. For visitors Jerusalem can be Israel’s modern capital or a ancient holy city or both.

Museums

Jerusalem is one of the oldest cities on the planet with rich history and culture and hence visitors can expect great museums, the best museums in Jerusalem are The Israel Museum, Yad Vashem, The Museum on the Seam and 3Disrael.

Botanical Gardens

The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens was opened for public in 1985. the gardens are located in the neighborhood of Nayot. The garden is divided into different sections featuring fauna from different parts of the planet.

Churches & Mosques

Jerusalem being holy to both Christians and Muslims there are numerous historical and beautiful churches and mosques in Jerusalem like Church of Saint Anne, Church of Dormition, Church of all Nations, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Qubbat Al-Sakhra (Dome of the Rock) and Musalla Marwan.

Saint George's Cathedral

The St. George's Cathedral was established in 1899, the cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Jerusalem of the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East. The cathedral has rare and beautiful architectural.

Holy Places in Jerusalem

Jerusalem being a ancient and holy city has other host of attractions and monuments which are holy to either of the three faiths namely Judaism, Islam and Christianity. Some of the holy places in Jerusalem being The Kotel (Western or Wailing Wall), Temple Mount , The Mount of Olives, Dome of the Rock (Templum Domini), Temple Mount, Temple of Solomon (al-Aqsa Mosque), Tomb of the Virgin, The Mount of Olives, Church of the Ascension, Mount Zion, Church of St. Anne, The Via Dolorosa and The Holy Sepulcher.