Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem
I’ve just returned from a ten-day vacation in Israel. Like most bloggers, I had grand plans to post a series of live updates, but Jon and I moved around a lot, and broadband for my laptop wasn’t readily available in most of the places we stayed (esp. near Syria and Lebanon).
I had an amazing time, despite the high summer heat (think average temps hovering at the 100 F mark) and occasional nerves from unfamiliar sounds (think land mines being cleared by Israeli soldiers near Syria).
More to come on the deliciousness of hummous and falafel, but for now, just three pics from our three days in Jerusalem.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem
Western Wall in Jerusalem
Despite being of no particular religion, I was moved by the quiet mystery at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre (believed by most Christians to mark the spot where Jesus was crucified and buried), the peacefulness at the Dome of the Rock (believed by Muslims to mark the spot where Mohammed ascended to heaven), and the melancholy of the Western Wall (which is sacred to Jews because it’s all that remains of the First and Second Temples). Jerusalem is a must-see-before-you-die destination, no question.
When you return to Israel on your next trip, take a look at the car trip routes in Israel posted on http://www.drive-israel.com.
so jealous! sounds like an amazing trip, can’t wait to hear more. was this you and jon’s first visit to Israel?
This trip was my first and Jon’s fourth to Israel.
How exciting! Can’t wait to read all about the food. I know what you mean about live blogging. I always want to do it, and yet it’s never that practical when I’m abroad!