why jerusalem?
Jerusalem is the capital now of both Palestine and Israel (due to the occupation). The 'City of Peace' has two parts to it; East Jerusalem and West Jerusalem. The history of this city goes far. Prior to the war in 1967, Jerusalem was ruled by the Jordanian government. West Jerusalem is occupied by the Israelis, whilst East Jerusalem is still with the Palestinians.
Jerusalem is one of those few rare places in the world that has religious, political, and historical significance! It is known to be the Holy Land.
Some of the holiest sites in Christianity, Judaism and Islam are just a stone’s throw away from each other, and history comes alive with every step. But Jerusalem is also a thriving, beautiful modern city with incredible art, food and nightlife. An incredibly safe city for solo female travelers and families alike, it is an amazing vacation destination. Read on for the top 10 things to do in Jerusalem and reasons to visit: |
what to see? what to do?
As Jerusalem is known as the Holy Land, it has numerous religious sites:
Apart from Religion, such unique places, events and festivals to visit:
If you do end up planning to visit Jerusalem, luxurious hotels can be chosen for your stay like the Jerusalem Gold Zimer, Jerusalem the Gold B&B, David Citadel and more.
- Temple Mount
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Wailing/Western Wall: The holiest place in Judaism.
- Dome of the Rock: It is the golden dome at the center of the Temple Mount and can be seen from around the city and is the third-holiest site in Sunni Islam.
- Masjid al Aqsa: Sacred site for Muslims. It is the third holiest site in Islam!
- Tower of David
- Ottoman Old City Walls.
Apart from Religion, such unique places, events and festivals to visit:
- Jerusalem technology park
- Malha Mall
- Hadar Mall
- Light, ice, knights, opera, Oud, dance, and winter festivals
- The Old City Bazaar (best places to buy authentic souvenirs – incredible deals can be made, shopkeepers are very ), modern culture and nightlife.
- Holocaust Museum
- Israel Museum – country’s largest cultural institution (you get to see real Dead Sea Scrolls and artifacts).
If you do end up planning to visit Jerusalem, luxurious hotels can be chosen for your stay like the Jerusalem Gold Zimer, Jerusalem the Gold B&B, David Citadel and more.