Originally Posted by
offerendum
Bethlehem is without doubt a mystic place. Shame the situation is as it is.
Indeed.
Originally Posted by
Innocent Abroad
Wow, you left no stone unturned during your visit to the city!
Just to clarify that according to Jewish religious law it is forbidden to get closer to the Holy of Holies, namely to enter the Temple Mount itself. This ruling, still observed by most orthodox Jews, is changing in recent year due to political reasons.
Thank you
Innocent Abroad. Interesting that there was a group of orthodox settlers that were visiting there, with 6 armed Israel security guards with them at all times.
Originally Posted by
ACCDraw
OUTSTANDING!
Thank-you for the fantastic trip report, SFO777.
ACCDraw.2 & I are inspired.
ACCDraw.2 is looking for tickets.
Your are most welcome. Thanks very much
ACCDraw.