Tomb of Maimonides

When you take a trip to Israel, you may want to make a pilgrimage out to Maimonides' tomb, which is one of the most important Jewish sites in Israel. Located in central Tiberias, Maimonides (known as Rambam) is considered to be one of the greatest safes of his day. He was also a physician to Saladin, a Muslim ruler, and he composed a special healer's prayer, which is likened to the Hippocratic Oath. Maimonides died in 1204 in Cairo and his remains were later buried in Tiberias. There is a stream of water that flows alongside and seven columns on either side of the walkway to his tomb, which are symbolic and inscribed with the names of the 14 chapters of his codification of the Mishnah and the Mishneh Torah. Over his tomb complex lies a large metal structure, which symbolizes a crown and traditionally indicates the high level of respect the Jewish people have for Maimonides.