The Old City of Jerusalem

A trip to the Old City of Jerusalem on Jewish tours to Israel is incredibly magical. The sacred atmosphere and amazing architecture are only parts of what makes the Old City so enchanting. Surrounded with Jewish, Christian and Moslem holy sites, the Old City is a mesh of history, colorful sights and culture. Originally built in 1004 BCE by King David, the Old City is considered a pinnacle not only in Israel, but throughout much of the rest of the world. Jerusalem was been cherished over the millennia by rulers, kings and conquerors. It is the site where many wars were fought, where the Temple was built, where Jesus was crucified and where Mohammed rose up to Heaven. People from all over the world come to the Old City to experience its quality of richness. The Old City is one of the most popular tourism sites in Israel and has undergone many changes over the years as a result. When you travel to the Old City during your Israel tour, it is important to note that it has been divided into 4 residential quarters: the Armenian Quarter (the smallest), the Christian quarter (dotted with many churches and monasteries), the Moslem Quarter the largest quarter) and the Jewish Quarter (the main area of residence for Jews in the Old City).