Jerusalem Footprint Focus

by Betts, Vanessa

• ISBN13: 9781908206312
• ISBN10: 1908206314
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-11-08
• Publisher: Footprint Handbooks

Summary

Few cities are as famous, as alluring or as sacred as Jerusalem. Pilgrims have been travelling here for thousands of years, making it one of the first tourist destinations in the world. Even today pilgrims from the three Abrahamic religions - Judaism, Christianity and Islam - journey to Jerusalem to follow in the footsteps of ancient prophets. From the Wailing Wall in the Old City to trendy eateries in both East and West Jerusalem, Footprint focusJerusalem provides you with detailed information on the past, present and future of this fascinating city. Essentials section with tips on getting there and around. Thoroughly researched Background section with fascinating insights into Jerusalem's history. Comprehensive listings of where to eat & sleep, plus information on trendy bars & clubs and advice on tour operators. Detailed street maps for city. Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint focusguide will help you get the most out of Jerusalem without weighing you down. The content of the Footprint focusJerusalem guide has been extracted from Footprint's Israel Handbook.

Author Biography

Vanessa Betts is a writer and editor from England. After time spent living and working in Australia, Egypt and England she has been based in India, where she wrote the Northeast India Handbook and Indian Himalaya Handbook for Footprint Travel Guides. Vanessa currently lives in Israel.

Table of Contents

1) Jerusalem; (2) Old City – Walls and Gates, the Citadel, Temple Mount, Via Dolorosa and the Stations of the Cross, Muslim Quarter, Christian Quarter, Jewish Quarter, Armenian Quarter, Mount Zion, Mount of Olives, Kidron Valley, City of David, Valley of Hinnom, East Jerusalem, Northern suburbs, Mount Scopus; (3) New City – City Centre and the area north of Jaffa Road, Western suburbs, Western outskirts of the New Citym, Ein Karem, Southwestern suburbs, Abu Ghosh.