Israel Tour Guide-Churches Of Israel

Israel is most commonly associated with religions like Christianity, Judaism and Islam. It is located at the eastern side of Mediterranean Sea . It is surrounded by Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria. It is usually disembarked by pilgrims, art followers and loads of other people. Israel has an incredible rich and magnificent historical past. Its historical past dates back prior to the biblical times. Israel is of great importance for the believers of Christianity. It is believed that Israel is the land where Jesus resided along with his disciples at a large number of historical places and primitive churches. It is visited a large number of pilgrims and historians from all over the world.

The most famous vacation spot is situated in the city of Nazareth where Jesus is believed to have spent his childhood. Some of the most significant churches of Israel are Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Church of the Nativity, Chapel of the Ascension, Church of the Annunciation, Synagogue Church, Church of St. Joseph, etc.

The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is believed to be amongst the first Christian shrines. It is surrounded by the old city walls of Jerusalem. Among the Christians, it is commonly known as the Golgotha, the Hill of Calvary. This is the site where Lord Christ was crucified and buried. The resurrection of Christ with great vigor since centuries. It is considered one of the most sacred places of Christianity.

The Chapel of Ascension, is a holy site not only for Christians but also Muslims because it also serves the purpose of a mosque. It is situated in the south of Mount of Olives. It is believed by Christians that it was this place from where the Jesus proceeded to heaven. The current Chapel was built in 1150 A.D. , while the first church was built in 390 A.D. The mosque was later on added in the year of 1620 A.D.

The Church of Nativity is believed to be the birth place of Christ. It is situated in Bethlehem and one of the most ancient churches in Israel. Bethlehem is situated fives and a half miles away from Jerusalem. It holds a great importance by the followers of Christianity. It is considered sacred by the followers of Islam as well.

The Church of Annunciation is believed to be the site where Mary was told by Gabriel that she will give birth to Christ according to Roman Catholic Church. It is situated in Nazareth and most commonly known as Basilica of the Annunciation. It is considered a must see holy site and one of the most popular Church in Israel. It is believed that the lower levels of the this Church contains the remains of St. Mary's home. The various other churches located in Nazareth are Church of St. Joesph, Church of St. Gabriel and Church of St. Mary. Nazareth is considered one of the most important holy destination by the followers of Christianity and is visited by a large number of pilgrims from all over the world.