Jerusalem

Judaism, Christianity and Islam

Jerusalem is holy to three religions. For Jews, the Western Wall, a remnant of the ancient Temple compound, is the most sacred place of prayer. For Christians, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is revered as the site of the crucifixion, burial and resurrection of Jesus. For Muslims, the al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock on the Haram al-Sharif are among the holiest places in Islam.

The Old City, with its four quarters, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors should dress modestly and check current access rules for each holy site.

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