| |
| | The Old City of Jerusalem |
 | | The Old City, situated in the heart of East Jerusalem, was founded as early as 4000BC and captured by Israel during the 6-day war of 1967. |
 | | The Heart of the Old City is the Temple Mount/ Haram ash Sharif, recognized by all three religions as the site of Abraham's sacrifice.The Dome of the Rock, built in the 7th century and decorated with beautiful geometric and floral motifs dominates this vast esplanade. |
 | | Nearby, the square area of the Muristan encloses the newest church in the old city: the Lutheran church of the Redeemer, built in 1898 and on the opposite corner, the oldest church still intact the church of St. John the Baptist with its characteristic silver dome, built in 1070 by merchants from Amalfi. |
| www.saveourscreen.com /Info/The_Old_City_of_Jerusalem.htm (546 words) |
|