Every resting place of the dead houses its own secrets and stories of the person buried there. Visit Tomb of the Virgin Mary if you enjoy contemplating lives and times past.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when staying in Jerusalem. Tomb of the Virgin Mary is a good place to start here, but there are lots of other fine places to visit. Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, and Temple Mount are close to the tomb site and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusa...

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A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City

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Full Day Private Tour by Car in Jericho and Dead Sea

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