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Guide name : Uri Ohayon, City of David
Sites : City of David National Park
The duration of the track : hour and half
Is the track circular? No
Difficulty : Easy
Accessibility : Not accessible, the trail includes steps
The Jewish Quarter is brimming with fascinating Jewish stories spanning thousands of years. This journey blends past and present, leading you through the vibrant heart of Jerusalem.
David's Tomb, Mount Zion
The Sephardic Synagogues
Beit El Yeshiva
Hurva Synagogue
The Cardo
The Broad Wall
The Golden Menorah
The Western Wall
City of David National Park
The route begins at Mount Zion, accessible by private vehicle (limited parking available) or public transportation. King David’s Tomb, the most significant Jewish site on Mount Zion, is steeped in a thousand-year-old Jewish tradition.
It’s highly recommended to climb to the roof of the structure, just as Jews did until 1967, to gaze longingly toward the Temple Mount. Even the President would greet pilgrims there.
From King David’s Tomb, proceed through Zion Gate to the Jewish Quarter. At the edge of the parking lot stands the oldest continuously active synagogue in the quarter, the Rabban Yohanan Ben Zakkai Synagogue. Alongside three interconnected synagogues, they form the complex known as “The Sephardic Synagogues”.
A few steps away lies the beautifully adorned door of the Beit El Kabbalist Yeshiva, a centuries-old institution led by figures such as the Rashash (a prominent Kabbalist) and Rabbi Getz (the Rabbi of the Western Wall who lost his paratrooper son in the battle for the Western Wall).
Across from the Beit El Yeshiva is the Hurva Synagogue, which has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, symbolizing the enduring Jewish return to Jerusalem.
Beyond the Hurva, you’ll see the ruins of the Cardo, the main street of the city during Byzantine rule. The Hurva Square features the impressive Golden Menorah crafted by the Temple Institute.
Near the Hurva Square are the remains of the Broad Wall, an awe-inspiring structure dating back approximately 2,700 years. It was part of Jerusalem’s defenses during the reign of King Hezekiah, who also built the Siloam Tunnel in the City of David.
From the Hurva Square, descend toward the Western Wall via Ma’alot Ir David. Be sure to pause on the stairs for a vantage point overlooking the Temple Mount. From the Western Wall, exit through the Dung Gate and follow the Ophel Road until it intersects with Ma’alot Ir David.
The route ends at the City of David National Park, where you can join guided tours and explore the Siloam Tunnel. For tickets reservations.
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No, the trail involves steps.
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Yes, as long as they can manage descending stairs.
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