The Western Wall in Jerusalem or Wailing Wall (in Hebrew HaKotel HaMa'aravi) is the Second Temple's remnant destroyed by the Romans in the 70 CE. It is 20 meters high, and it spreads over 50 meters.
The Destruction Of The Temple
The Temple was built on the highest point of the...
The Stones Of The Kotel
The Western Wall of old Jerusalem, i.e. the Kotel, is the Temple Mount's impressive wall and borders it from the west. According to Jewish tradition, this is where the Temple was built and destroyed twice. And the Holy of Holies is the holiest place for...
The Wintertime In Jerusalem
The wintertime in Jerusalem certainly is very suggestive and a unique experience. Besides, Israel's capital and its largest city are located at about 754 meters above sea level. While on the road to Jerusalem, you will notice the altitude changes. During the winter months, Jerusalem is...
A Tour Around The Western Wall In Jerusalem
The Western Wall
Certainty, a tour around the Western Wall should be the first destination of your stay in Israel. Therefore, because of the great holiness of the Western Wall, i.e. the Temple's Wall, it is undoubtedly a notable site, which every Jew...
The Walls Of The Old City
The Old City walls surround the holy city, and their construction took place to protect the golden city. The erection of the city's first wall took place over 4,000 years ago, during the Canaanite period. When the town was conquered, the walls were demolished...