Tomb of Simeon the Just, Jerusalem

Name: Tomb of Simeon the Just
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#207 among attractions in Jerusalem

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The Tomb of Simeon the Just or Simeon the Righteous is an ancient tomb in Jerusalem. According to scholarly consensus, based on an in situ inscription, it is the 2nd-century CE burial site of a Roman matron named Julia Sabina. However, according to a medieval Jewish tradition, is believed to be the burial place of Simeon the Just and his students. It is located adjacent to the Cave of the Minor Sanhedrin in the Shimon HaTzadik settlement within the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood. ()

Local name: קבר שמעון הצדיקCoordinates: 31°47'31"N, 35°13'52"E

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ג 'ראח (g rh)Jerusalem Israel

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Tomb of Simeon the Just – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ben Yehuda Street, Mamilla Mall, Rockefeller Archeological Museum, Garden Tomb.

1 miSW
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
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Pilgrimage site with tomb and gardens
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Museum, Art museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tomb of Simeon the Just?

Nearby attractions include Cave of the Minor Sanhedrin, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Shimon HaTzadik, Jerusalem (1 min walk), American Colony, Jerusalem (4 min walk), Nahalat Shimon, Jerusalem (5 min walk).

How to get to Tomb of Simeon the Just by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tomb of Simeon the Just:

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Damascus gate bus station (15 min walk)
Green Palestinian Bus Station (15 min walk)