Historical Sites Jerusalem

Tel Aviv	Jerusalem	Haifa	The Dead Sea	Eilat	Sea of Galilee	The Golan Heights
The Galilee	The Western Galilee	Nazareth	Caesarea & Netanya	The Judean Lowland	Beit She'an & the Valleys	The Negev

Herodium (Herodion) National Park Herod, the controversial king, responsible for historical classics such as Caesarea, Masada and other monuments which have survived many generations, has chosen to be buried here of all places, at the edge of the Judean Desert, on a mountain which is a palace and a palace which is a mountain.	The Kidron Valley Tombs For many, the Kidron Valley in Jerusalem signifies the famous Pillar of Absalom Tomb, but in effect there are several tombs in this area, which is located to the west of the Mount of Olives Cemetery: the Pillar of Absalom, the Tomb of Zechariah and the Tomb of Benei Hezir – all three dating to the time of the Second Jewish Temple.
Gorny Monastery Gorny Monastery is a Russian Orthodox Monastery which was built in Ein Kerem in 1871 as a part of Russia’s attempt to establish its hold in the Holy Land.	The Damascus Gate (Sha'ar Shkhem) The Damascus Gate (Sha'ar Shkhem, or Nablus Gate), just like other gates in the wall of the Old City of Jerusalem, was built by the Ottomans during the 1530s, and it is considered to be one of the most beautiful ones.
King David's Tomb King David's Tomb, which is located on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, is a surprising site.	Mount Herzl Mount Herzl serves as the national and most important cemetery of Israel.
The Davidson Center The Davidson Center in Jerusalem, an integral part of the Archeological Park, provides a very special historic experience which includes advanced technological means.	The Knesset (the Parliament of the State of Israel) The Parliament of the State of Israel, the Knesset, has arrived in its present and permanent location in Jerusalem in 1966.
Mishkenot Sha’ananim Mishkenot Sha’ananim, which was built for the poorer people of Jerusalem, was established in 1860 and was the first Jewish neighborhood to be built outside the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.	The Flowers’ Gate (Sha'ar HaPrahim) The Flowers’ Gate (Sha'ar HaPerahim, or Herod's Gate), which is located in the northern section of the wall that surrounds the Old City of Jerusalem, was built by the Ottomans in 1539 as a part of the whole wall and it rises to an impressive height.
The Cave of the Betrayal / The Cave of the Apostles In the Valley of Josaphat at the foot of the Mount of Olives, where one can find quite a few churches and Christian sites, is a hidden, small and not very well-known site.	The Yemin Moshe Windmill One of the most prominent symbols of the west of the city of Jerusalem is the Windmill which greets those who enter the Yemin Moshe neighborhood.
Ein Kerem In southwest Jerusalem is the picturesque village of Ein Kerem. This small village has great importance in Christian tradition, according to which it was the birthplace of John the Baptist.	The Italian Hospital in Jerusalem Just like other European countries in the beginning of the 20th century, Italy also wanted to show its presence in the Holy City.
The Batei Mahse (sheltered housing) Square Batei Mahse (sheltered housing) is an apartment complex which was built in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem in the second half of the 19th century as an attempt to provide a solution to the housing predicament of the Jewish residents of Jerusalem of that time.	The Jaffa Gate (Sha'ar Yafo) The Jaffa Gate (Sha'ar Yafo), which is located in the western section of the wall that surrounds the Old City of Jerusalem, features an abundance of decorations as well as impressive stone arches.
Giv'at HaRadar (Radar Hill) From the memorial monument for the fallen soldiers of the Palmach's Harel Brigade (a part of the Jewish fighting force at the time of the British Mandate in this country), which stands close to the kibbutz of Ma'ale Hahamisha and the town of Har Adar, is seen one of the most magnificent views of Jerusalem.	The Dung Gate (Sha'ar HaAshpot) The Dung Gate (Sha'ar HaAshpot), which is located in the southern section of the wall that surrounds the Old City of Jerusalem, not far from the Western Wall, was built by the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent.
The Lions' Gate (Sha'ar HaArayot) The Lions' Gate (Sha'ar HaArayot), which is located in the eastern section of the wall that surrounds the Old City of Jerusalem, got its name due to the images of the two lions that appear on its sides.	Tel Tzova (Tzova Mound) Not all of those who visit the kibbutz of Tzova, which is located on the Mountains of Jerusalem, know what awaits them a few meters further up the road: a high mound with historical remains.
The Russian Compound The Russian Compound is the name of a large urban area which spreads over about 70 dunams at the center of Jerusalem and features some well-known structures.	The New Gate (HaSha'ar HeHadash) The New Gate (HaSha'ar HeHadash), which is located in the north-western section of the wall that surrounds the Old City of Jerusalem, was built by the Ottomans in 1889 and is considered to be the newest among the gates.
King David Hotel Presidents, kings, millionaires and many celebrities stayed at the prestigious, world-renowned King David Hotel.	Mary's Spring Mary's Spring is a small spring located in the Ein Kerem neighborhood in Jerusalem, around which the settlement has developed.
Ammunition Hill A national memorial site commemorating the liberation and unification of Jerusalem in the Six Day War, and documenting the heroic battle which took place on this hill on the first night of the Six Day War, in which Israeli Paratroopers succeeded in gaining control over the fortified Jordanian target, on their way to join with the isolated Mount Scopus.	The Zion Gate (Sha'ar Zion) The Zion Gate (Sha'ar Zion) serves the people who come to the Jewish Quarter.
The City of David The City of David is ancient Jerusalem, the Biblical City of Kind David.	The Supreme Court of the State of Israel In 1992 the new building of the Supreme Court of the State of Israel was inaugurated at Giv’at Ram in Jerusalem.
The Golden Gate (Sha'ar HaRachamim or the Gate of Mercy) Jerusalem's Old City Walls have seven gates, but some add another gate to them- the Golden Gate (Sha'ar HaRachamim or the Gate of Mercy), which despite being sealed with bricks, holds great importance.