The Top 5 Things to Do in Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the political capital of Israel, the epicenter of the religious pilgrimage of Jews, Christians, and Muslims, a delight for history lovers and land always fraught with tension.

It is impossible not to feel a stir inside you as you walk through the small streets of the old town, pray on a 2,000-year-old wall, or stand on a floor that means a lot to millions of people.

Whether you're looking for spiritual growth, passionate political speech, tasty food, or a fun party.

Here are the top 5 must-see experiences in Jerusalem!

1. Pilgrimage to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is one of the holiest places in the world for Christians, as it contains the place of Jesus' crucifixion and his empty tomb, where Christians believe that he was buried and later resurrected.

You will also find the Chapel of Mary Magdalene, the Greek Chapel of Saint Longinus, and even the place where the true Cross is believed to be.

Keep in mind that the wait times to get into the church and Edicule can be insane, so plan accordingly.

Leave a prayer at the Western Wall

Located on the Temple Mount, the Western Wall is what remains of the ancient Jewish temple built more than 2,000 years ago.

The temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE when the Jews were exiled from Jerusalem, and today the rest of the wall is considered the most sacred and important religious site in the world for Jews.

In this open-air synagogue, you will find people praying, crying, and reading scriptures and on Shabbat (the Jewish Saturday), and you will see hundreds of Jews gathered to sing and dance.

It is also common to write a note or prayer and leave it in the cracks in the wall.

Note: It is open 24/7 and be sure to dress appropriately (shoulders and knees covered for women and heads covered for men).

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3. Hop seller at Mahane Yehuda Market

The Mahane Yehuda Market (also known as Shuk) is located in the heart of Jerusalem. During the day, you can head to various stores that sell sweets, bread, teas, spices, meats, vegetables, and more.

Stop at any number of up-market restaurants (they seem to be feeding "stations") to enjoy delicious delicacies like shakshuka, burgers, juices, and pasta.

At night, you will find this food market turned into a full pub crawl. Bars, pubs, loud music, mini clubs: it's total and incredibly electric chaos.

4. See the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israel Museum

Classified as one of the world's leading art and archeology museums, this museum houses the most extensive collection of biblical archeology in the world.

You'll find exhibitions, art galleries, and special events, as well as the chance to view the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest existing biblical manuscripts that represent nearly the entire Hebrew Bible.

Over 2,000 years old, these texts were originally discovered by Bedouins in the caves of Qumran (what is now the West Bank) in 1947.

They even include a guide to hidden treasures around Israel.

5. Examine the art at Ticho House

After a tour of the Israel Museum, don't miss Ticho House, a serene oasis known as the cultural center of Jerusalem.

The ground floor of the house serves as an art gallery with works by Anna Ticho, a beloved Israeli painter, as well as exhibiting works by other artists.

Upstairs is the delicious Anna Italian Cafe decorated with beautiful ceiling paintings and a beautiful view.

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