Solomon's Temple, Jerusalem

Name: Solomon's Temple
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#62 among attractions in Jerusalem

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Solomon's Temple, also known as the First Temple, was the first Temple in Jerusalem, according to the Hebrew Bible. It was built during Solomon's reign over the United Kingdom of Israel and was fully constructed by c. 957 BCE. It stood for almost four centuries until its destruction in 587/586 BCE by the Neo-Babylonian Empire under the second Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar II, who subsequently exiled the Judeans to Babylon following the fall of the Kingdom of Judah and its annexation as a Babylonian province. The destruction of the Temple and the Babylonian exile were seen as fulfillments of Biblical prophecies and consequently strengthened Judaic religious beliefs, beginning the Israelites' transition from the polytheistic or monolatristic beliefs of Yahwism to the monotheistic beliefs developed in Judaism. ()

Local name: בית המקדש הראשון Coordinates: 31°46'41"N, 35°14'8"E

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הַר הַבַּיִת‎ (har habayit)Jerusalem Israel

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Solomon's Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Western Wall Tunnel.

~100 ftE
Hilltop compound of religious sites
Temple Mount, Jerusalem
1 min walk • The Temple Mount, a site of profound historical and religious significance, stands prominently in the Old City of Jerusalem, Israel. This ancient elevated platform, revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike, has been a focal point of worship and conflict for...
~60 ftW
Islamic shrine housing Foundation Stone
Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem
1 min walk • The Dome of the Rock, an iconic shrine located in the heart of Jerusalem, is a revered landmark that holds profound significance for both the city and the world. This stunning piece of architecture, completed in 691 CE, is not only one of the oldest Islamic structures...
~690 ftS
Islamic mosque compound with silver dome
Al-Aqsa Mosque, Jerusalem
4 min walk • 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.
~480 ftSW
Archaeological site, Historical place
Western Wall Tunnel, Jerusalem
3 min walk • The Western Wall Tunnel in Jerusalem is a remarkable archaeological site that provides an intimate glimpse into the ancient history of one of the world's most venerated cities. This subterranean passageway exposes the full length of the Western Wall, also known as the...
~610 ftNE
City gate
Golden Gate, Jerusalem
3 min walk • The Golden Gate, known in Hebrew as Sha'ar Harachamim (Gate of Mercy), is a storied city gate that stands as a testament to the ancient and religious history of Jerusalem, Israel. This eastern gate, situated in the historic walls surrounding the Old City, is the oldest...
~710 ftSW
Bridge
Mughrabi Bridge, Jerusalem
4 min walk • The Mughrabi Bridge is a wooden bridge connecting the Western Wall Plaza with the Mughrabi Gate of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.
~170 ftNW
Temple
Dome of the Prophet, Jerusalem
1 min walk • The Dome of the Prophet, also known as the Dome of the Messenger and the Dome of Muhammed is a free-standing dome in the northern Al-Haram Al-Sharif in Jerusalem.
~520 ftNW
Synagogue
Little Western Wall, Jerusalem
3 min walk • The Little Western Wall, also known as HaKotel HaKatan, the Small Kotel, and the Kleiner Koisel is a Jewish religious site located in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem near the Iron Gate to the Temple Mount.
~770 ftS
Museum, History museum
Islamic Museum, Jerusalem
4 min walk • The Islamic Museum is a museum on the Temple Mount in the Old City section of Jerusalem. On display are exhibits from ten periods of Islamic history encompassing several Muslim regions. The museum is located adjacent to al-Aqsa Mosque.
~790 ftSW
Square
Western Wall Plaza, Jerusalem
4 min walk • The Western Wall Plaza is a large public square situated adjacent to the Western Wall in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. It was formed in 1967 as a result of the razing of the Moroccan Quarter neighborhood in the immediate aftermath of the Six-Day War.
~70 ftW
Cave
Well of Souls, Jerusalem
1 min walk • The Well of Souls, is a partly natural, partly man-made cave located inside the Foundation Stone under the Dome of the Rock shrine on the Temple Mount, Jerusalem.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Solomon's Temple?

Nearby attractions include Foundation Stone, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Templum Domini, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Dome of the Chain, Jerusalem (1 min walk).

How to get to Solomon's Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Solomon's Temple:

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To go to jordan (11 min walk)
HaNevi'im Terminal • Lines: 231 (13 min walk)