Jerusalem — The Sacred City of Three Religions
Jerusalem is the capital of Israel and one of the world’s most revered cities, sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
The Old City of Jerusalem is divided into four historic quarters: Christian, Muslim, Jewish, and Armenian.
Our journey begins in the Christian Quarter, following the sacred Via Dolorosa, the Way of the Cross walked by Jesus Christ on the path to His crucifixion. This sorrowful route leads to the magnificent Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built in the 4th century on the site traditionally associated with the Crucifixion, burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
In addition to the Holy Sepulchre itself, the church complex includes the traditional site of Golgotha and the Chapel of the Finding of the True Cross.
We then continue to Mount Zion, home to the traditional site of the Last Supper, the Tomb of David, and the Dormition Abbey.
Passing through the Armenian Quarter, we arrive in the Jewish Quarter, where ancient history blends with modern life. Here we will see residential neighborhoods alongside archaeological remains from the periods of the First and Second Temples.
We will walk along the ancient Roman street known as the Cardo, once the main avenue of Jerusalem during Roman times, and visit the sacred Western Wall, Judaism’s holiest prayer site, where visitors traditionally place written prayers between the stones.
From here, we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Temple Mount, including the golden Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Our exploration of the Old City concludes with a walk through the vibrant Muslim Quarter and the colorful stalls of the traditional Arab market.
