Jerusalem--A Very Photogenic City

The sixth century Dome of the Rock (containing a rock on which Abraham nearly sacrificed Isaac and on which Mohammed ascended to heaven) and the El Aksa Mosque (the 3rd most important in Islam) dominate all panoramic views of Jerusalem.

Panorama from the top of the Mt. of Olives--overlooking the Kidron Valley, the Old City (Temple Mount and mosques), and the new Jerusalem

Men are not permitted to wear shorts into the mosques (and women must keep their shoulders and legs covered)--No problem, Hank is given  a "dress."

Modern satelite and TV antennas atop the roofs of the Christian Quarter overlook the Dome of the Rock.

El Aksa Mosque

Next (click here)--Side Trip to Massada and the Dead Sea Resort of Ein Gedi

East Jerusalem village overlooking the "City of David" at the end of the Kidron Valley.