Jerusalem is the capital of Israel and is holy to the three major monotheistic religions of the world – Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. Once considered the center of the world, the city of Jerusalem has always fascinated travelers and pilgrims with its rich history and culture that dates back thousands of years. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Old City - Gates of the Old City Wall - Christian Quarter (Jaffa Gate & New Gate) - Muslim Quarter (Lion’s Gate, Herod’s Gate & Damascus Gate) - Jewish Quarter (Zion Gate) - Armenian Quarter (Jaffa Gate & Zion Gate) - Mount of Olives - City of David - Garden Tomb - Via Dolorosa - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - New Palm Hotel - Lev Yerushalayim - Little House in Bakah - Palatin Hotel - Caesar Premier Hotel - Places to Eat - Scala - Mirror Bar - Yamani - Azzahra - Modern Restaurant Jerusalem - Places to Shop - Mahane Yehuda Market - Mamilla Mall - Eden Fine Art - Mea Sherim - Old City Jerusalem Gifts
