Jerusalem is one of the most mysterious cities in the world, combining different eras, cultures and religions. Jerusalem attracts tourists from all over the world; it fascinates and beckons. Many people from different countries dream of visiting this amazing city, and those who have already visited Jerusalem dream of returning here again.
An atmosphere of mystery and beauty will envelop everyone who decides to visit one of the most famous cities in the world, located just over sixty kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea, in Jerusalem.
Mount of Olives (Maslenitsa) . It is with a visit to this place that a tour of Jerusalem begins. From Mount Maslenitsa there is an excellent view of ancient Jerusalem, as well as new areas of this city.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The next point of the tour of Jerusalem is a visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, where the Holy Fire descends annually.
Mount Golgotha. The individual excursion also includes a visit to the site of Jesus' crucifixion - Mount Golgotha, which is part of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. She is – one of the main shrines of Christianity.
The Western Wall. The final point of the tour of Jerusalem is the fifty-centimeter long Western Wall, also known as – the main shrine of Judaism. This place is one of the most important for all believers. A person professing any religion has the opportunity to touch the Western Wall, and also leave a note within its walls with his most cherished wish (they say that it will certainly come true).
It is worth noting that every person who decides to go to an individual excursion to Jerusalem, can make adjustments to the excursion plan, namely, include in it the places in Jerusalem that he would like to visit.
An individual excursion means the participation of only you and your family (or your friends). Such an excursion – this is taking into account the interests and wishes of each tourist.
When going on an individual trip to Jerusalem, you can visit places and take routes that are not provided for by group excursions.
Individual excursion – This is an opportunity to stay on the territory of a certain attraction for as long as you personally need. If you are traveling with children, your personal guide will make the excursion interesting for both you and your child.
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Order cancellation conditions:
If a tourist cancels an excursion in less than 3 days, the penalty is 100%.
Important:
- The company is not responsible for lost items.
- Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Visiting holy places is permitted only in modest clothing. Open T-shirts, short shorts and skirts above the knee are not allowed (shoulders and knees must be covered); women must wear a headscarf when entering temples and other holy places.
We recommend:
Bring drinking water, a hat, sunglasses with you on the excursion
The cost of trips does not include and is paid on the spot:
- Food
- Paid entrances
Attractions
At this part of the city located its main attractions are concentrated. In the Old City are the main shrines of three religions: Muslim, Jewish and Christian. There are also several quarters in which Jews, Arabs, Christians and Armenians live. Despite the fact that Armenians also are Christians, separate services are held for them in temples, and they live separately. In the Armenian quarter there are practically no tourist excursions. Everyone can see the stunning monuments of ancient architecture, just a walk through the Old Town. The Tower of David, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the preserved Roman shopping street, the Wailing Wall and many other sights of Jerusalem are open for tourists.
In the old part of the city of Jerusalem stands an ancient building that has survived for several thousand years, where the chamber of the Last Supper is located. On the ground floor of this building is the tomb of King David. He was a great king, the brightest figure of the Old Testament. He united Israel into a powerful, powerful state, making Jerusalem its main capital, and established the Ark of the Covenant on Mount Zion. Before his death, David handed over to his son Solomon the means and all the necessary drawings for the construction of the First Temple. He is revered both in Christianity, and in Judaism and in Islam.
In the building where the tomb of King David is located, on the second floor located the Upper Room. There took place the Passover meal of Jesus and his apostles , after which Judas betrayed Christ. Seven weeks later, the Holy Spirit appeared in the Upper Room. After that, the apostles of Christ spoke in many different languages and went around the world to preach the New Testament. The scene of the Last Supper is reflected in the works of famous artists and icon painters.
The Garden of Gethsemane is well knowen from biblical stories. At that place Jesus Christ prayed before one of his apostles, Judas, betrayed him. It is a small fenced garden with olive trees, which, suggested to be dumb as a witnesses of events unfolding on the night after the Last Supper. On the territory of the garden was built the Church of All Nations at the beginning of the 20th century. When it began to be erected, the ruins of the Byzantine church and the chapel of the crusaders were found in that place. The church got its name for the reason that 12 Catholic communities from around the world donated money for its construction. His main shrine is the stone on which Jesus prayed that terrible night. There are no statues in the church, no daylight. But there are mosaics that depict the prayer of Christ, the kiss of Judas and the subsequent capture of Jesus.
Church of the Holy Sepulcher (Church of the Resurrection) - the main shrine and place of pilgrimage for all Christians around the world. It is the place of the convergence of the Holy Fire, were Jesus Christ was crucified, buried and resurrected.
The Tomb of the Virgin is the greatest Christian shrine, where, according to Holy Tradition, the Most Holy Theotokos was buried by the apostles. Located in Gethsemane. Above the tomb, a cave church of the Assumption of the Virgin was built.
Mount of Olives is the highest mountain in the district of the city of Jerusalem. On the top of that mount located observation deck, which very popular for city guests. Many excursions in Jerusalem begining with a visit to this particular place.
From a height of almost 800-hundred meters, the gaze offers a magnificent view of Jerusalem and its attractions, as well as Mount Zion.
At the top of Mount of Olives is a Russian convent, on the territory of which stands the famous bell tower - it can be seen from almost anywhere in Jerusalem (the height of the building is sixty-four meters).
On the observation deck you can take pictures (the pictures are simply amazing), as well as explore the city in more detail with binoculars. Visiting the observation deck on Mount of Olives will bring a lot of pleasure and leave unforgettable emotions.
The Tomb of Jesus in the rock is the main shrine of the Christian world. In this tomb, according to the Gospel, Jesus Christ was buried after the crucifixion and was resurrected on the third day.
In Jerusalem there is the Church of the Holy Sepulcher revered by all Christians. The part of that churrch is one of the most important shrines of the Christian world - Golgotha or Calvary (the mountain on which Jesus was crucified).
To the right of the main entrance to the Temple there are steps - you can follow them to Calvary. This holy place is surrounded by candles and lamps. Under the altar of the Orthodox chapel, located on Calvary, there is a deepening marked by a silver circle. If you put down your hand, you can touch the place where stood the cross, on which Jesus was crucified.
Believers from different countries come to Jerusalem to visit the most important attraction - the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and touch Golgotha.
Jerusalem is not only the capital of modern Israel, but also a city which, for many centuries, has been the "center of the world" for Jews, Christians and Muslims.
No other city on the planet can compare with it, because only Jerusalem has such a rich spiritual and historical attraction.
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