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 by jadedmuse
The Armenian Quarter is an important source of pride to Armenians because the King of Armenia (kingdom of which has been long gone since the 4th century AD) was the first king to acknowledge Christianity and decree it as his nation's religion; thus they established their presence in Jerusalem immediately following that, and it's been their spiritual capital so to speak, ever since.
It's pretty insular and aside from the Armenian Tavern (see my restaurant tips) and Vic's Armenian Studio (see my shopping tips), this quarter is otherwise mostly residential.
I would say this quarter is also the spot from which you exit through Zion Gate to get to Mt. Zion (Dormition Abby, Christian Cemetery, St. Peter's Church, etc). Leave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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 by jadedmuse
Also, if you're walking around that area on a Friday around noon, be aware that there's a major stampede of Muslim men heading toward the "Haram ash-Sharif" (where the Dome of the Rock and Al-Aqsa mosques are located) for mandatory afternoon prayers.
The best people-watching in the Old Walled City can be had in this very quarter....the Muslim Quarter. Leave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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 by Sharon
If you want or not while in the old city you'll be going through that market, (unless if you'll totally skip the Via dolorosa and everything thats connected to it) its a nice experience and sometimes pretty amusing.
Remember that when buying stuff at that market haggling is part of the culture... Dont be shy... if they wont reduce the price you can just say thanks and goodbye... and before you'll turn your back to get out of the shop they will call you back and will give you a better price. Leave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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 by jadedmuseLeave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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'Tacked' on to the end of the Armenian Quarter, is is something of a shock to realise that this part of Jerusalem is actually outside the walls of the old City - it is so much part of the panorama of the city.
It's also one of the most fascinating parts - it is the location of The Coenaculum (The Last Supper), Church & Monastery of the Dormition (also known as the Kaiser, built as it was in 1908 by a German architect with the tower having a distinct 'Kaiser' profile) and possibly the tomb of King David (even if it isn' t the actual tomb, its one of the most holy sites in Judaeism). The rooftops also provide great views. Leave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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 Inside courtyard of Church of
the Holy Sepulchre by jadedmuseLeave a Comment Directions: Old City Jerusalem
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 Souk Al Qatanin Gate by mafi_moyaLeave a Comment
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 Walk Through the Muslim
Quarter by Goner
Besides the Dome of the Rock in the Muslim Quarter is the Mosque of Omar. Walking around the Mosque of Omar, you can see beatiful buildings such as Bab es-Silsileh (The Gate of the Chain). Five times a day, a muezzin calls the faithful from the minaret to prayer. Between the staircases from the Mosque of Omar and the Al Aqsa Mosque you can see the El-Kas fountain. Right near the western staircase leads up to the Mosque of Omar, there is splendid Sebil Qait Bey fountain, that was named after the Mamluk sultan who built it. According to muslim faith this fountain stands on the site of Holy of Holies of the Herodian Temple. The Al-Aqsa mosque is the second biggest and most beautiful mosque in Jerusalem. The name "Al-Aqsa" means farthest, because it is the farthest point to which Mohammed went.
The mosque was built by caliph Walid I in 715. During the time the mosque was completely destroyed by the earthquakes and was re-built by the Templars in 1099. The columns supporting the interior arches were donated by Mussolini between 1938 - 1943.
At the same time King Farouk of Egypt donated the ceiling. Leave a Comment
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 The Entrance to the Armenian
Quarter by GonerLeave a Comment Directions: You can enter the Armenian Quarter between Jaffa Gate and the Zion Gate turn to the right from the near the Citadel of David.
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