Our Jerusalem Mount of Olives and Temple Mount Tour begins with a breathtaking panoramic view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, offering one of the city’s most memorable vistas. From this vantage point, the tour proceeds through the Kidron Valley, passing ancient Jewish tombs that span approximately 3,000 years and contain between 70,000 and 300,000 graves. Notable sites in the Kidron Valley include the Tomb of Absalom, the Tomb of Zechariah, and the Tomb of Benei Hezir, with the valley itself mentioned in the Torah as the place where King David fled from Absalom.
The tour then enters the Old City of Jerusalem via the Dung Gate, heading towards the Temple Mount. Here, you’ll marvel at the iconic Dome of the Rock and learn about its significance to various religions. Following this, you’ll visit the Davidson Center, an archaeological park near the Temple Mount with excavations dating back to both the First and Second Temple periods.
Our tour offers an engaging and insightful exploration of Jerusalem's rich history, concluding with a return to your starting point after a day filled with historical wonders.
Jerusalem Mount of Olives and Temple Mount Tour Highlights
* Take in breathtaking views of Jerusalem’s Old City and Temple Mount from the Mount of Olives.
* Explore the Mount of Olives Cemetery, a site of great significance in Jewish history.
* Explore the Kidron Valley, renowned for its Jewish tombs that date back to the Second Temple Period.
* Enter the Old City of Jerusalem through the Dung Gate, a historic gateway built in the 16th century.
* Visit the renowned Temple Mount, home to the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
* Explore the Davidson Center, featuring excavated structures from the First and Second Temple Periods along with various museum exhibits.
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