Ein Rogel, Jerusalem

#466 among attractions in Jerusalem

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Ein Rogel, also known as Well of Job, was a spring on the outskirts of Jerusalem mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as the hiding-place of David's spies, Jonathan and Ahimaaz, during Absalom's uprising against the rule of King David. It may also have been a sacred place in pre-Israelite times. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 31°46'2"N, 35°14'10"E

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כפר השילוח‎ (kpr hsylwh)Jerusalem Israel

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Ein Rogel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Zion Cemetery, Cenacle, Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, City of David.

0.5 miNW
Cemetery
Mount Zion Cemetery, Jerusalem
14 min walk • Mount Zion Cemetery, nestled in the ancient city of Jerusalem, Israel, is a historic site that has been the final resting place for many of the city's denizens over the centuries. This cemetery is not just a burial ground; it is a reflection of Jerusalem's diverse...
0.5 miNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Cenacle, Jerusalem
13 min walk • 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...
~1730 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, Jerusalem
9 min walk • 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...
0.4 miN
Archaeological site
City of David, Jerusalem
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Jerusalem, the City of David stands as a testament to the ancient origins of one of the world's most historically rich cities. This archaeological site is believed to be the original urban core of Jerusalem, dating back to the Bronze Age.
0.6 miW
Cinema, Nightlife
Jerusalem Cinematheque, Jerusalem
16 min walk • Nestled at the heart of Jerusalem, not far from the Old City's ancient walls, lies the Jerusalem Cinematheque, a beacon of culture and film in Israel's capital. This prestigious cinema is more than just a place to catch the latest blockbuster; it's a hub for film...
0.5 miN
Historical place, Park
Large Stone Structure, Jerusalem
13 min walk • The Large Stone Structure is the name given to a set of remains interpreted by the excavator, Israeli archaeologist Eilat Mazar, as being part of a single large public building in the City of David, presumably the oldest settlement core of Jerusalem.
0.5 miW
Park
Valley of Hinnom, Jerusalem
13 min walk • The Valley of Hinnom is a historic valley surrounding Ancient Jerusalem from the west and southwest. The valley is also known by the name Gehinnom an alternative Biblical Hebrew form which survived into Aramaic and has received various fundamental theological connotations, and by the Greek and Syriac transliteration Gehenna.
~1280 ftN
Archaeological site
Pool of Siloam, Jerusalem
7 min walk • The term Pool of Siloam refers to a number of rock-cut pools on the southern slope of the Wadi Hilweh, considered by some archaeologists to be the original site of Jerusalem, located outside the walls of the Old City to the southeast.
~880 ftW
Monastery
St. Onuphrius Monastery, Jerusalem
5 min walk • The St. Onuphrius Monastery is an Orthodox monastery for women located in the potter's field that the Jewish elders purchased with the thirty pieces of silver returned by Judas Iscariot that had been given for betraying Jesus.
~1380 ftNW
Archaeological site
Silwan, Jerusalem
7 min walk • Silwan or Siloam is a predominantly Palestinian neighborhood in East Jerusalem, on the outskirts of the Old City of Jerusalem. It is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament; in the latter it is the location of Jesus' healing the man blind from birth.
~990 ftNW
Cemetery
Akeldama, Jerusalem
5 min walk • Akeldama is the Aramaic name for a place in Jerusalem associated with Judas Iscariot, one of the original twelve apostles of Jesus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ein Rogel?

Nearby attractions include Old Yemenite Synagogue, Jerusalem (3 min walk), St. Onuphrius Monastery, Jerusalem (5 min walk), Akeldama, Jerusalem (5 min walk), Silwan, Jerusalem (6 min walk).

How to get to Ein Rogel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ein Rogel:

Bus

Hama'abada/Hevron Road • Lines: 231 (17 min walk)
The Cinematheque/Hevron Road • Lines: 231 (17 min walk)