Christian Quarter – Old City
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A main center of Christianity, the Christian Quarter in the Old City is filled with a variety of churches, some many centuries-old, including the renowned Church of the Holy Sepulcher. A trip to Jerusalem by both pilgrims and regular tourists is made more complete with a wander around this Christian Quarter in the Old City, an unmatched density of history and wonder, whose stories and traditions affect billions of people’s daily lives worldwide.
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A walk through the historic streets of this quadrant. It is somewhat commercialized with all the vendors along the narrow cobblestone walkways. I walked through the area on three days, which included two visits to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Many Christian faiths are present in the area and share custody of the...
MoreA walk through the historic streets of this quadrant. It is somewhat commercialized with all the vendors along the narrow cobblestone walkways. I walked through the area on three days, which included two visits to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Many Christian faiths are present in the area and share custody of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Among others they include the Greek Orthodox, the Roman Catholic, and the Armenian Orthodox,
LessFor many pilgrims, visiting the Christian Quarter is the highlight of their visit to the Holy Land. The Christian Quarter Old City contains many sites of interest. Probably the Via Dolorosa, which follows Christ's journey of suffering, and ends at the Holy Sepulcher where Jesus was crucified, died and was buried, is the...
MoreFor many pilgrims, visiting the Christian Quarter is the highlight of their visit to the Holy Land. The Christian Quarter Old City contains many sites of interest. Probably the Via Dolorosa, which follows Christ's journey of suffering, and ends at the Holy Sepulcher where Jesus was crucified, died and was buried, is the highlight. There are many interesting shops in the area, selling everything from Roman antiquities to nuts and herbs. You will usually smell cardamon, the distinctive spice that is included in Arab coffee.
LessThe Christian Quarter is where the Via Dolorosa terminates, at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Should you wish to walk the entire Via Dolorosa, begin your journey in the Muslim Quarter. There is much to see and experience from within the busy Christian Quarter and is an essential destination in any...
MoreThe Christian Quarter is where the Via Dolorosa terminates, at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Should you wish to walk the entire Via Dolorosa, begin your journey in the Muslim Quarter. There is much to see and experience from within the busy Christian Quarter and is an essential destination in any Christian pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
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