Jerusalem

Don’t Miss in the New City of Jerusalem

Don't Miss in the New City of Jerusalem

Jerusalem (New City) is the official capital of Israel. It is home to over 936,425 people (as of 2019) of different religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds: Jewish, Muslim, and Christian. Here are some recommendations of must visit places in Jerusalem’s New City. Three views of Jerusalem To understand Jerusalem you should try … Read more

Qasr al Yahud Baptism Site

Qasr al Yahud Baptism Site

Qasr al Yahud (The Jews’ Castle or Palace) is a site on the banks of the Jordan River not far from Jericho. Christian tradition associates Qasr al Yahud with the site of Jesus’ baptism by Matthew (Matthew 3) and it has been revered as such from at least the fourth century. There … Read more