Excursions

The Via Dolorosa, often called the Way of Sorrow, is the final path of Jesus Christ to Golgotha. Condemned to death, he humbly carried his cross to the place of crucifixion. Walking through the winding streets of the Old City, witnessing the bustling life around, one can feel the last moments of Jesus' ...

The Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Gethsemane. With its five golden domes, this church is rightfully considered the most beautiful in Jerusalem. It was built by order of Emperor Alexander III in memory of his mother, Empress Maria Alexandrovna, and was consecrated in honor of her heavenly patroness ...