What to do and see in Israel, Israel: The Best Architectural Buildings

March 9, 2022 Nicolette Lion

Coordinates: 31°N 35°E / 31°N 35°E / 31; 35
Restaurants in Israel

1. BYU Jerusalem Center

Hadassah Lampel #1 Across from Hebrew University on Mount Scopus, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-626-5666 http://ce.byu.edu/jc/
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

BYU Jerusalem Center

Reviewed By cearnshaw

Incredible visit, stunning view of the Old City through the all glass front, wonderful organ concert, beautiful spirit here.

2. Daoud Courtyard

Ibillin, I'billin 30012 Israel +972 52-370-9863 http://www.daoudcourtyard.com
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Daoud Courtyard

3. Masada Fortress

Arad Israel +972 8-658-4207 http://www.parks.org.il/sites/English/ParksAndReserves/masada/Pages/default.aspx
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5.0 based on 426 reviews

Masada Fortress

Reviewed By 107lyndau - Beerwah, Australia

Our tour group took the large cable car up to the top of the mountain that is MASADA - UNESCO World Heritage Site - King Herod's magnificent mountain-top palace and fortress - and site of the last Jewish revolt against the Romans in 73AD.

4. Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre

Christian Quarter, Jerusalem Israel
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4.5 based on 6,791 reviews

Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre

Built in the fourth century over the site of a Roman Pagan temple, this is considered one of the world’s holiest shrines to Christians, preserving the most important moments of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Reviewed By BillPNo1 - Friendswood, United States

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of the most Holy and Sacred places in Jerusalem, or actually in all of Christendom! The Church of the Holy Sepulchre may be the most sacred places for anyone to visit in Jerusalem; although at times the lines of Pilgrims and crowds of reverent worshippers may be somewhat distracting, one cannot be in awe of what occurred there and what Our Lord suffered there. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre may be the single most important reason to visit the Holy Land and a visit there is certain to leave anyone with a hushed and powerful feeling for the sanctity of the place. I have been blessed to have been able to visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on two occasions: each tome I was filled with inspiration and the feeling of awe for the sanctity of the Church. I hope I will be able to visit again, sometime, but feel that my life was changed by even my first two visits!

5. Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem

Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem 9114001 Israel +972 2-626-5333 [email protected] http://www.tod.org.il/en/
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4.5 based on 2,204 reviews

Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem

Located in the restored ancient Citadel of Jerusalem at the entrance to the Old City, the Tower of David Museum tells the story of the city through history. The exhibition takes the visitor on a journey through 3000 years of history, using models, displays and multi media so that the timeline of the city comes to life. The museum stages temporary exhibitions which integrate the unique location and majesty of the ancient Citadel and its history with a contemporary presentation of artistic and historical issues. It hosts lectures and special musical, educational and cultural events. The 2 night shows, both the Night Spectacular and KING DAVID are world renowned and present Jerusalem's special character and beauty screened in lights, images and music on the ancient walls in the Citadel courtyard. Admission to the unique 360° view point over the old and new city of Jerusalem is 15 NIS only!

Reviewed By Rossow1066

The audio tour, available to rent at the ticket counter, is very good, gives a lot of extra detail to the exhibits. The Citadel is very impressive and the tour ties it in with the various stages of the region's history and the development of the town. Good place to visit with kids as they can go up on the ramparts.

6. Castra

8 Derekh Moshe Pliman, Haifa 3508418 Israel +972 4-859-0001 [email protected] http://www.castra.co.il
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Castra

7. Italian Synagogue

25 Hillel Museum of Italian Jewish Art, Jerusalem 2423625 Israel +972 2-624-1610 http://ijamuseum.org/he
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4.5 based on 44 reviews

Italian Synagogue

Built in a lavish Baroque style, this beautiful synagogue’s interior belonged to a 1719 synagogue in Conegliano Veneto, Italy, which was removed and transported to Jerusalem in its entirety after the Holocaust.

8. Church of Saint Anne

Via Dolorosa at St Stephen's Gate, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-628-3285 [email protected] http://www.seetheholyland.net/church-of-st-anne/
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4.5 based on 800 reviews

Church of Saint Anne

Built in honour of St. Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary, this 12th-century Basilica in Jerusalem is one of the finest examples of Crusader architecture in the Holy Land and throughout the Middle East.

Reviewed By KimGTravels - Pacific Grove, United States

Located in the Muslim Quarter of Old Jerusalem, near the confluence of the Lion's Gate, the start of the Via Dolorosa and across from the rear exit of Temple Mount, sits the lovely Romanesque Church of St. Anne. This beautiful French, Roman Catholic Church built by The Crusaders in 1138, replaced an earlier Byzantine church above the Pools of Bethesda. Built in tribute to St. Anne, mother to the Virgin Mary, a simple shrine commemorating the birth of Mary at this location lays in the cave/crypt below the church, which is said to be the original home to Mary and her parents, Anne & Joachim. With soaring, vaulted ceilings the Church is light and airy, and possesses exceptional acoustics. We had the pleasure of entering while a Christian group was singing "How Great Thou Art", which absolutely moved me to tears. Gardens surrounding the church are tree-shaded, lovely and serene. The healing waters of the Pools of Bethesda and where Jesus Christ healed the paralytic man, are adjacent to the Church of Saint Anne, where the original Byzantine Church was located earlier. This is the oldest remaining Crusader Church in Jerusalem, with an interesting history surrounding it. This felt like a highly sacred area, where we witnessed many groups singing, praying and conducting Bible worship. My adult son and I were deeply, spiritually moved throughout the Church and its grounds.

9. Mishkenot Sha'ananim Guest house

Yemin Moshe Quarter, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-570-2189
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4.5 based on 80 reviews

Mishkenot Sha'ananim Guest house

Reviewed By RosePacatte - Culver City, United States

I was invited to be part of the interfaith jury for the Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival in December, 2019. This is the guest house where they put me up. It's in a great location - you can walk to the Holy City if you have good legs! However, I understand that you have to be invited to stay here; it's not a hotel or hostel but more of a conference/artists retreat center. I feel blessed to have been able to stay here. The restaurant keeps kosher so there was no meat in the restaurant. However, the food is wonderful.

10. YMCA Tower

26 King David Street, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-569-2694 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 111 reviews

YMCA Tower

Landmark tower designed by Arthur Lewis Harman, the Empire State Building's architect affords dramatic views over the entire city.

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