Holy to Jews, Christians and Muslims Mt. Zion is the site of cellars,
cisterns and stables of the Herodian-Roman period. King David's
Tomb and the house of the High Priest Caphias are located here.
It offers a magnificent view of the City of David, features,
several beautiful churches, holy sites of the Hebrew Bible & New
Testament, and fortifications built by Saladin. It was the site of many
bloody battles.
You will hear the stories of the first Jews who dared live outside
Jerusalem's ancient walls and the tales of their benefactor who
helped create the first neighborhoods west of the city. As you progress
along the route you will stroll through the quaint neighborhood named
after Sir Moses Montefiore. Reportedly, Mt. Zion is the final resting
place, of many famous figures, including King David. Others include
Oskar Schindler and Sir W.M. Flinders Petrie whose tombs you will visit.
The tour will take you to Chamber of the Holocaust Museum, a Crusader
era structure where two thousand years ago Jesus' Last Supper
with the twelve disciples took place as well the Church of the Dormition,
one of the most beautiful churches in Israel. Along the way you will have a
spectacular view of the City of David.
Level of Difficulty: Easy to intermediate.
Comments: There are a number of stairs and two inclines. You will
be visiting both Jewish and Christian holy sites. Modest Dress Required.
Suitability: Great for ages 10 and up.
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