Western Wall (Wailing Wall)
monument

Western Wall (Wailing Wall)

Jerusalem, Israel

Photo by Ralf Roletschek — GFDL 1.2
45
min visit
This ancient limestone retaining wall is the closest accessible site to Judaism's holiest location, the Temple Mount, and draws pilgrims and visitors from around the world year-round. Visitors experience an emotional atmosphere as worshippers pray, sing, and tuck prayer notes into the cracks of the weathered stones that have stood for nearly 2,000 years. The wall's spiritual significance combined with its archaeological importance creates a uniquely moving encounter with living faith and history.

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