Jerusalem: Sacred and Religious Sites
Places and attractions in the Sacred and religious sites category
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- Archaeological museum
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Al-Aqsa Mosque
Islamic mosque compound with silver dome Al-Aqsa Mosque, nestled in the heart of the historic city of Jerusalem, stands as one of the most revered sites in Islam. This ancient mosque, which dates back to the 8th century, is the third holiest site in Islam, following only Mecca and Medina in Saudi Arabia.
Church of All Nations
Nestled at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, the Church of All Nations stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history. Also known as the Basilica of the Agony, this church is a significant site for Christian pilgrims from around the world.
Dominus Flevit Church
Catholic sanctuary church built in 1955 Nestled on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, the Dominus Flevit Church stands as a significant site of Christian pilgrimage, commemorating the biblical event where Jesus wept over the future destruction of Jerusalem. This modern sanctuary, shaped like a teardrop...
Hurva Synagogue
Nestled within the historic heart of Jerusalem's Old City, the Hurva Synagogue stands as a testament to the resilience and enduring spirit of the Jewish people. This storied synagogue, whose name translates to "The Ruin," has a history that is as layered as the city it...
Cenacle
The Cenacle, also known as the Upper Room, is a site of profound historical and religious significance located in the city of Jerusalem, Israel. This ancient structure is traditionally believed to be the site of the Last Supper, where Jesus shared a final meal with his...
Church of the Visitation
Catholic church with link to Virgin Mary Nestled in the serene Ein Kerem neighborhood of Jerusalem, the Church of the Visitation stands as a testament to the rich biblical history that permeates the city. This sacred site is believed to be where Mary, the mother of Jesus, visited her cousin Elizabeth, an...
Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu
The Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu is a significant religious site perched on the eastern slope of Mount Zion in Jerusalem, Israel. This church stands as a testament to a pivotal moment in Christian history: the site is traditionally believed to be the location of...
Pool of Bethesda
Nestled within the storied city of Jerusalem, the Pool of Bethesda stands as a testament to millennia of history, both sacred and secular. This archaeological site, once a place of healing and miracle according to Christian tradition, has attracted pilgrims...
Church of the Pater Noster
Perched on the Mount of Olives in the holy city of Jerusalem, the Church of the Pater Noster stands as a serene testament to the Christian faith. This sacred site is revered as the place where Jesus taught his disciples the Lord's Prayer, known as "Pater Noster" in...
Garden Tomb
Pilgrimage site with tomb and gardens Nestled within the bustling city of Jerusalem, the Garden Tomb stands as a serene and evocative site revered by many as a potential location of the burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Unlike the traditionally acknowledged Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Garden...
St. James Cathedral
Ornate sanctuary from the 12th century St. James Cathedral, nestled within the ancient walls of Jerusalem's Armenian Quarter, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This historic church, an architectural gem, is dedicated to two Christian saints named James: James the Greater, one of...
Abbey of the Dormition
Catholic basilica and abbey founded 1898 Abbey of the Dormition is a Catholic abbey belonging to the Benedictine Order in Jerusalem, on Mount Zion just outside the walls of the Old City near the Zion Gate. The Abbey is said to mark the spot where Mary, mother of Jesus, died.
Chapel of the Ascension
The Chapel of the Ascension is a chapel and shrine located on the Mount of Olives, in the At-Tur district of Jerusalem.
Church of the Redeemer
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer is the second Protestant church in Jerusalem. It is a property of the Evangelical Jerusalem Foundation, one of the three foundations of the Evangelical Church in Germany in the Holy Land.
Monastery of the Cross
Centuries-old Eastern Orthodox monastery The Monastery of the Cross is an Eastern Orthodox monastery near the Nayot neighborhood of Jerusalem. It is located in the Valley of the Cross, below the Israel Museum and the Knesset.
Church of Ecce Homo
The Convent of the Sisters of Zion is a Roman Catholic convent of the Congregation of Notre-Dame de Sion, located near the eastern end of the Via Dolorosa in the Old City of Jerusalem. The convent was built in 1857 by Marie-Alphonse Ratisbonne.
Church of Saint Anne
Medieval church with notable acoustics The Church of Saint Anne is a French Roman Catholic church and French national domain located at before start of the Via Dolorosa, between the Lions' Gate and of the Second Station of the Cross, in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem.
Four Sephardic Synagogues
18th-century synagogue within a complex The Four Sephardic Synagogues are located in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. They form a complex of four adjoining synagogues.
Great Synagogue
Religious complex with guided tours The Great Synagogue of Jerusalem, is located at 56 King George Street, Jerusalem, Israel. Rabbi Zalman Druck was the spiritual leader from the synagogue's establishment until his death on 11 December 2009.
Belz
Belz is a Hasidic dynasty founded in the town of Belz in Western Ukraine, near the Polish border, historically the Crown of the Kingdom of Poland.
Ramban Synagogue
The Ramban Synagogue, is the second oldest active synagogue in the Old City of Jerusalem. It was founded by the scholar and rabbi Nachmanides in 1267, to serve the local Jewish community, which expanded because of the synagogue's presence.
Ratisbonne Monastery
Ratisbonne Monastery is a monastery in the Rehavia neighborhood of Jerusalem, Israel, established by Marie-Alphonse Ratisbonne, a French convert from Judaism. Work on the building, designed by the French architect M. Daumat, began in 1874 on a barren hill, now in the center of West Jerusalem.
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Region: Jerusalem