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130 Historical Places to Visit Near Yad Vashem

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Historical Places to Visit Near Yad Vashem

  1. 1. Jerusalem
  2. 2. Nazareth
  3. 3. Acre (Akko)
  4. 4. Bethlehem
  5. 5. Jaffa (Yafo)
  6. 6. Church of the Holy Sepulchre
  7. 7. Tower of David (Jerusalem Citadel)
  8. 8. Via Dolorosa
  9. 9. Mount of Olives
  10. 10. Jaffa Old City
  11. 11. Rothschild Boulevard
  12. 12. Neve Tzedek Quarter
  13. 13. German Colony
  14. 14. Mount of Beatitudes
  15. 15. Tiberias Old City
  16. 16. Mary’s Well
  17. 17. Mount of Precipice
  18. 18. White Mosque
  19. 19. Old City of Acre
  20. 20. Acre Crusader Fortress
  21. 21. Acre Port
  22. 22. Knights' Halls
  23. 23. Templar Tunnel
  24. 24. Akko Walls
  25. 25. Khan alUmdan
  26. 26. Turkish Bath Museum
  27. 27. Underground Prisoners Museum
  28. 28. Abuhav Synagogue
  29. 29. Tzfat Old City
  30. 30. Church of the Nativity
  31. 31. Milk Grotto
  32. 32. Manger Square
  33. 33. Shepherds' Field
  34. 34. Rachel's Tomb
  35. 35. Bethlehem Old City
  36. 36. Catherine's Church
  37. 37. Solomon's Pools
  38. 38. Yafo Old City
  39. 39. Jaffa Port
  40. 40. Peter's Church
  41. 41. Jaffa Clock Tower
  42. 42. Kedumim Square
  43. 43. Andromeda's Rock
  44. 44. Ajami neighborhood
  45. 45. Jerash
  46. 46. Madaba
  47. 47. Karak
  48. 48. Al Salt
  49. 49. Ajloun
  50. 50. Amman Citadel
  51. 51. Roman Amphitheater
  52. 52. Al-Khazneh
  53. 53. Lawrence's Spring
  54. 54. Aqaba Castle
  55. 55. Arab Revolt Plaza
  56. 56. Hadrian's Arch
  57. 57. Oval Plaza
  58. 58. Cardo Maximus
  59. 59. North Theater
  60. 60. Temple of Artemis Jerash
  61. 61. South Theater
  62. 62. Nymphaeum
  63. 63. Hippodrome
  64. 64. Church of St Theodore
  65. 65. Madaba Mosaic Map
  66. 66. Mount Nebo
  67. 67. Church of the Apostles
  68. 68. Burnt Palace
  69. 69. Lot’s Cave
  70. 70. Baptism Site
  71. 71. Karak Castle
  72. 72. Shrine of AlKhazali
  73. 73. Karak Old City
  74. 74. Abu Jaber House
  75. 75. Al Hamman Street
  76. 76. Qala'at alRabad
  77. 77. Great Mosque of Salt
  78. 78. Al Khader Church
  79. 79. Ajloun Castle
  80. 80. Mar Elias (Prophet Elijah's Church)
  81. 81. Baalbek Ruins
  82. 82. Byblos Old Town
  83. 83. Beirut Central District
  84. 84. Beiteddine Palace
  85. 85. National Museum of Beirut
  86. 86. Sidon Sea Castle
  87. 87. Tripoli Citadel
  88. 88. Temple of Bacchus
  89. 89. Temple of Jupiter
  90. 90. Temple of Venus
  91. 91. Great Court
  92. 92. The Hexagonal Forecourt
  93. 93. The Propylaea
  94. 94. Rashid Karami International Fair
  95. 95. Byblos Castle
  96. 96. Byblos Port
  97. 97. Byblos Souks
  98. 98. Roman Colonnade
  99. 99. Ancient Phoenician Wall
  100. 100. Sultan Abdul Majid Mosque
  101. 101. Medieval City Wall
  102. 102. Our Lady of Lebanon Statue
  103. 103. Troodos Square
  104. 104. Qadisha Grotto
  105. 105. Deir Qannoubin Monastery
  106. 106. Elisha’s Monastery
  107. 107. Martyrs' Square
  108. 108. Roman Baths
  109. 109. Nijmeh Square
  110. 110. Grand Serail
  111. 111. Lebanese Parliament Building
  112. 112. Beiteddine Palace Main Courtyard
  113. 113. Mir Amin Palace
  114. 114. Hammam (Bathhouse)
  115. 115. Upper Gardens of Beiteddine Palace
  116. 116. Lower Gardens and Fountains
  117. 117. Emir Bashir Shihab II's Private Wing
  118. 118. Beiteddine Festival Venue
  119. 119. Main Courtyard
  120. 120. Defensive Tower
  121. 121. Bridge to the Castle
  122. 122. Battlements and Walls
  123. 123. Archaeological Museum
  124. 124. Roman Column Collection
  125. 125. Crusader Chapel
  126. 126. Harbor Views
  127. 127. Western Tower
  128. 128. Inner Chamber Ruins
  129. 129. Seafacing Cloisters
  130. 130. Old Well and Cistern
Jerusalem
Historical and Religious City
Jereusalm, the capital of Israel, is one of the oldest and most historically significant cities in t..
Nazareth
Historical/Religious
Nazareth, located in the Northern District of Israel, is a city steeped in rich historical and relig..
Acre (Akko)
Historic City
Acre, also known as Akko, is a historic city situated in the northern coastal plain region of Israel..
Bethlehem
Historic/Cultural Site
Bethlehem is a historical city located in the central West Bank, approximately 10 kilometers south o..
Jaffa (Yafo)
Historic City
Jaffa, also known as Yafo, is a historic port city in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. It boasts an ancients h..
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Historical Site
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, also known as the Church of the Resurrection or the Church of the ..
Tower of David (Jerusalem Citadel)
Historic site/Museum
The Tower of David, also known as the Jerusalem Citadel, is a historical fortress located near the J..
Via Dolorosa
Religious, Historic Site
Via Dolorosa is a street within the Old City of Jerusalem, held to be the path that Jesus walked, ca..
Mount of Olives
Religious and Historical Site
The Mount of Olives is a mountain ridge east of Jerusalem's Old City in Israel, named after the oliv..
Jaffa Old City
Historic Site
Jaffa Old City, known as Yafo in Hebrew, is an ancient port city with an approximately 4,000-year-ol..
Rothschild Boulevard
Cultural and Historical Site
Rothschild Boulevard is one of the key landmarks in Tel Aviv, Israel, epitomizing the city's develop..
Neve Tzedek Quarter
Historical Quarter
Neve Tzedek Quarter is one of Tel Aviv's oldest districts, known for its charming architecture, narr..
German Colony
Historic Neighborhood
The German Colony in Haifa, Israel, is a picturesque and historic neighborhood situated at the foot ..
Mount of Beatitudes
Historical & Religious Site
The Mount of Beatitudes is a hill in northern Israel, near the city of Tiberias, on the northwestern..
Tiberias Old City
Historical Site
Tiberias Old City is a historical area located in the modern city of Tiberias in Israel, along the w..
Mary’s Well
Historical Landmark
Mary's Well is a cultural and historical symbol located in the heart of Nazareth, Israel. Often cons..
Mount of Precipice
Historical Landmark/Natural Attraction
The Mount of Precipice, also known as Mount Kedumim, is a significant and historical mountain locate..
White Mosque
Historic site, Religious site
The White Mosque is located in the heart of Nazareth, Israel, and is an important historical and cul..
Old City of Acre
Historical Landmark
The Old City of Acre, also known as Akko, is a historic gem located in the Northern District of Isra..
Acre Crusader Fortress
Historical Landmark
Acre's Crusader Fortress, located in the coastal city of Acre, also known as Akko, in Israel, is an ..
Acre Port
Historical Site
Acre Port, also known as the Old Port of Acre, is a historical harbor situated in the city of Acre, ..
Knights' Halls
Historical Landmark
The Knights’ Halls in the ancient city of Acre (Akko) in Israel is a remarkable architectural ensemb..
Templar Tunnel
Historical Landmark
The Templar Tunnel is an ancient underground passageway located in the historic city of Acre (Akko),..
Akko Walls
Historic site
The ancient walls of Acre (Akko) are a testament to the city's rich history, which spans several mil..
Khan alUmdan
Historical Landmark
Khan al-Umdan, also known as the Caravanserai of the Pillars or Inn of the Columns, is a significant..
Turkish Bath Museum
Museum/Historical Site
The Turkish Bath Museum, also known as the Hammam al-Basha, is a historical site located in Acre (Ak..
Underground Prisoners Museum
Museum, Historical site
The Underground Prisoners Museum, located in Acre (Akko), Israel, is a site of profound historical s..
Abuhav Synagogue
Historical Landmark
Abuhav Synagogue, located in the mystical city of Safed (Tzfat) in northern Israel, is one of the ci..
Tzfat Old City
Historical
Tzfat Old City is a historical gem located in Safed, a city in Northern Israel. Recognized as one of..
Church of the Nativity
Historical Site
Located in Bethlehem, Israel, the Church of the Nativity is one of the oldest continuously operating..
Milk Grotto
Historical Landmark
The Milk Grotto, also known as Magharet Sitti Mariam or Grotto of the Lady Mary, is an ancient site ..
Manger Square
Historical Landmark
Manger Square is a city square located in the heart of Bethlehem, Israel, which holds immense histor..
Shepherds' Field
Religious/Historical Site
Shepherds' Field is a site of great religious and historical significance located in the town of Bei..
Rachel's Tomb
Historical landmark
Rachel's Tomb, located in Bethlehem, Israel, is revered as the traditional burial site of Biblical m..
Bethlehem Old City
Historical
Bethlehem Old City is a historic center with immense religious significance, particularly within Chr..
Catherine's Church
Historical Landmark
Located in Bethlehem, Israel, St. Catherine's Church is a Roman Catholic church adjacent to the Basi..
Solomon's Pools
Historic Site
Solomon's Pools are a historic waterway system located southwest of Bethlehem, in the West Bank. Con..
Yafo Old City
Cultural, Historical
Jaffa, also called Yafo, is an ancient port city in Israel, believed to be one of the oldest in the ..
Jaffa Port
Historic Port
Jaffa Port, located in the ancient city of Jaffa, is one of the oldest ports in the world, with a hi..
Peter's Church
Historical Site
St. Peter's Church is a historically significant place of worship located in the ancient port city o..
Jaffa Clock Tower
Historical Landmark
The Jaffa Clock Tower stands as a historic landmark located in Jaffa, an ancient port city which has..
Kedumim Square
Historical Landmark
Kedumim Square is at the heart of Jaffa, an ancient port city that has now become a part of the mode..
Andromeda's Rock
Historical Landmark
Andromeda's Rock is a legendary site located just off the coast of Jaffa, an ancient port city that ..
Ajami neighborhood
Historical neighborhood
Ajami is a historical neighborhood located in the southern part of Jaffa, which is now part of Tel A..
Jerash
Historical Site
45
Jerash, located in the north of Jordan, is famous for its ancient Roman architecture and ruins, comp..
Madaba
Cultural and Historical City
46
Madaba is a city in central Jordan located south of the capital Amman, known for its historical and ..
Karak
Historical landmark
47
Karak is a city in Jordan known for its history and architectural landmarks. Located to the south of..
Al Salt
Historic Town
Al Salt is a historic town in Jordan, known for its well-preserved Ottoman-style architecture and an..
Ajloun
Historical & Cultural Site
49
Ajloun, also spelled Ajlun, is a historical town located in the north of Jordan, surrounded by ferti..
Amman Citadel
Historical Landmark
The Amman Citadel is a historical site located at the center of downtown Amman, Jordan. Known locall..
Roman Amphitheater
Historical Landmark
Situated in the heart of Amman, the capital city of Jordan, the Roman Amphitheater is a remarkable r..
Al-Khazneh
Historical Landmark
Al-Khazneh, also known as The Treasury, is one of the most elaborate temples in the ancient Arab Nab..
Lawrence's Spring
Historic Site/Natural Attraction
Lawrence’s Spring is situated in the mesmerizing desert landscape of Wadi Rum, also known as 'The Va..
Aqaba Castle
Historic Site
Aqaba Castle, also known as Aqaba Fort, is a historic fortress located in the coastal city of Aqaba,..
Arab Revolt Plaza
Historical Landmark
Arab Revolt Plaza is a significant historical site located in the coastal city of Aqaba, the only se..
Hadrian's Arch
Historical Landmark
Hadrian's Arch, also known as the Triumphal Arch of Hadrian, is an ancient architectural marvel loca..
Oval Plaza
Historic Site
Oval Plaza in Jerash is an ancient architectural marvel, part of the ruins of the ancient Roman city..
Cardo Maximus
Historical Landmark
Cardo Maximus, situated in Jerash, Jordan, represents one of the most well-preserved remnants of Rom..
North Theater
Historical Landmark
The North Theater of Jerash in Jordan is a splendid example of Roman architectural grandeur and cult..
Temple of Artemis Jerash
Historical Landmark
The Temple of Artemis Jerash is a magnificent ancient structure located in the city of Jerash in Jor..
South Theater
Historical Landmark
The South Theater is a significant historical site located in the ancient city of Jerash in Jordan. ..
Nymphaeum
Ancient Historical Site
The Nymphaeum in Jerash, Jordan, is an ancient public fountain that dates back to the Roman period, ..
Hippodrome
Historical Landmark
The Hippodrome in Jerash is a remarkable historical site located within the ruins of the ancient Gre..
Church of St Theodore
Historic Site
The Church of St Theodore in Jerash, Jordan, is an ancient religious site that bears witness to the ..
Madaba Mosaic Map
Historical Landmark
The Madaba Mosaic Map is an ancient floor mosaic located in the Byzantine church of Saint George in ..
Mount Nebo
Historical/Religious site
Mount Nebo is an elevated ridge in Madaba, Jordan, approximately 817 meters (2680 feet) above sea le..
Church of the Apostles
Historical Landmark
The Church of the Apostles is a significant religious and historical site located in Madaba, Jordan...
Burnt Palace
Historical Landmark
The Burnt Palace, located in Madaba, Jordan, is a historically significant archaeological site that ..
Lot’s Cave
Historical & Religious Site
Lot's Cave, also known as Lot's Grotto or Cave of Lot, is an archaeological and religious site locat..
Baptism Site
Historical Landmark
The Baptism Site, also known as Al-Maghtas, is a religious and archaeological site situated on the e..
Karak Castle
Historical Landmark
Karak Castle, also known as Kerak Castle, is a large crusader castle located in Karak, Jordan. It's ..
Shrine of AlKhazali
Historical Site
The Shrine of AlKhazali is located in the desert of Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, ..
Karak Old City
Historical Landmark
Karak Old City in Karak, Jordan, is a historical gem with a profound past that dates back to the Moa..
Abu Jaber House
Historic House Museum
Abu Jaber House is a historic mansion that represents the apex of the Ottoman era architecture in Al..
Al Hamman Street
Historical
Al Hamman Street is one of the key thoroughfares in the historic city of Al Salt in Jordan. Nestled ..
Qala'at alRabad
Historical Landmark
Qala'at al-Rabad, also known as Ajloun Castle, is a 12th-century Muslim castle situated in northwest..
Great Mosque of Salt
Historical Landmark
The Great Mosque of Salt is a significant historical and religious landmark located in the heart of ..
Al Khader Church
Historical Landmark
The Al Khader Church, situated in the historical city of Al Salt in Jordan, stands as an emblematic ..
Ajloun Castle
Historical landmark
Ajloun Castle, also known as Qal'at Ar-Rabad, is a 12th-century Muslim castle situated in the northw..
Mar Elias (Prophet Elijah's Church)
Religious Site, Historical Site
Mar Elias, also known as Prophet Elijah's Church, is nestled in the historical region of Ajloun, in ..
Baalbek Ruins
Historical Site
Baalbek, also known as Heliopolis, is a historic site in Lebanon renowned for its extensive and spec..
Byblos Old Town
Cultural/Historical Site
Byblos Old Town is a historical site deeply rooted in the coastal city of Byblos, Lebanon. Known as ..
Beirut Central District
Cultural and Historical Center
Beirut Central District, often referred to as Downtown Beirut, is the vibrant heart of Lebanon’s cap..
Beiteddine Palace
Historic site
Beiteddine Palace is a historic 19th-century palace in Lebanon. Located approximately 45 kilometers ..
National Museum of Beirut
Historical Museum
The National Museum of Beirut is a principal museum of archaeology situated in the heart of Beirut, ..
Sidon Sea Castle
Historical landmark
The Sidon Sea Castle is a historic fortress built by the Crusaders in the thirteenth century, situat..
Tripoli Citadel
Historical Landmark
The Tripoli Citadel, also known as Qal'at Saint Gilles, is a fortress that stands on a hilltop in Tr..
Temple of Bacchus
Cultural Historical Site
The Temple of Bacchus is one of the most well-preserved ancient temples from Roman times, sitting wi..
Temple of Jupiter
Historical Landmark
The Temple of Jupiter, part of the Baalbek Ruins in Lebanon, is one of the grandest sanctuaries of R..
Temple of Venus
Historical Landmark
The Temple of Venus is one of the captivating ancient ruins located in the historical city of Baalbe..
Great Court
Historical Site
The Great Court is one of the most impressive parts of the ancient Baalbek Ruins in Lebanon, showcas..
The Hexagonal Forecourt
Historical Landmark
The Hexagonal Forecourt forms an integral part of the ancient Baalbek temple complex, situated in th..
The Propylaea
Historical Landmark
The Propylaea is the monumental entrance to the ancient city of Baalbek, located in the Bekaa Valley..
Rashid Karami International Fair
Historical Landmarks
Rashid Karami International Fair, also known as Tripoli International Fair, is located in Tripoli, L..
Byblos Castle
Historical Landmark
Byblos Castle is one of the most iconic historical structures in Byblos, Lebanon. Built by the Crusa..
Byblos Port
Cultural and Historical Site
Byblos Port is an ancient port in Byblos, Lebanon, believed to be one of the oldest continuously inh..
Byblos Souks
Historic Market
Byblos Souks are situated in the heart of Byblos Old Town, one of the oldest continuously inhabited ..
Roman Colonnade
Historical Landmark
The Roman Colonnade in Byblos Old Town, Lebanon, is a testament to the layered history of one of the..
Ancient Phoenician Wall
Historic Site
The Ancient Phoenician Wall in Byblos Old Town, Lebanon, is a significant archeological treasure tha..
Sultan Abdul Majid Mosque
Historical Landmark
The Sultan Abdul Majid Mosque is a distinguished historical landmark situated in the heart of Byblos..
Medieval City Wall
Historic Site
The Medieval City Wall stands as a historical sentinel around the perimeter of Byblos Old Town, Leba..
Our Lady of Lebanon Statue
Historic site, Religious site
The Our Lady of Lebanon statue, also known as Notre Dame du Liban, is a prominent pilgrimage site an..
Troodos Square
Historic Site
Troodos Square is not located in Byblos or Lebanon but is instead part of the Troodos Mountains in C..
Qadisha Grotto
Natural Landmark / Historical Site
Qadisha Grotto, also known as the Kadisha valley, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the hig..
Deir Qannoubin Monastery
Historical Landmark
Deir Qannoubin Monastery, nestled within the Qadisha Valley, also known as the Holy Valley, holds gr..
Elisha’s Monastery
Historical Site
Elisha’s Monastery, also known as Deir Mar Elisha, is located amidst the Cedars of God, a UNESCO Wor..
Martyrs' Square
Historical Landmark
Martyrs' Square is a historical and political hub in Beirut Central District, Lebanon. Also known as..
Roman Baths
Historical Landmark
The Roman Baths are a historical site located in the heart of Beirut's Central District, Lebanon. Th..
Nijmeh Square
Historic Square
Nijmeh Square, also known as Nejmeh Square or Place de l'Étoile, is a historically notable square lo..
Grand Serail
Historical Landmark
The Grand Serail is a historic building and the official headquarters of the Lebanese Prime Minister..
Lebanese Parliament Building
Historical Landmark
The Lebanese Parliament Building, located in the Beirut Central District, is a significant landmark ..
Beiteddine Palace Main Courtyard
Historic Site
Beiteddine Palace is a 19th-century palace in Beiteddine, Lebanon. Nestled in the Chouf Mountains, t..
Mir Amin Palace
Historical Landmark
Mir Amin Palace, perched on the hills of Chouf district in Lebanon, is a historic palace-turned-hote..
Hammam (Bathhouse)
Historical Landmark
The Hammam, or traditional Bathhouse, located within the Beiteddine Palace complex in Lebanon, is a ..
Upper Gardens of Beiteddine Palace
Historical Landmark
The Upper Gardens of Beiteddine Palace, a masterpiece of architecture and history, are an integral p..
Lower Gardens and Fountains
Historic Site/Gardens
The Lower Gardens and Fountains at Beiteddine Palace epitomize the grandeur and magnificence of Leba..
Emir Bashir Shihab II's Private Wing
Historical Site
The Emir Bashir Shihab II's Private Wing is a significant part of the Beiteddine Palace, which stand..
Beiteddine Festival Venue
Historical Site & Event Venue
Beiteddine Palace, a 19th-century masterpiece of Lebanese architecture, is not only a historical sit..
Main Courtyard
Historical Landmark
The Main Courtyard of Sidon Sea Castle stands as a remarkable historical attraction in the Mediterra..
Defensive Tower
Historical Landmark
The Sidon Sea Castle stands as a fortification built by the crusaders in the thirteenth century. It ..
Bridge to the Castle
Historical Landmark
The Bridge to the Castle is the entryway to the historic Sidon Sea Castle, a medieval fortress locat..
Battlements and Walls
Historic Site
The Battlements and Walls of Sidon Sea Castle are a historic testament to the medieval fortification..
Archaeological Museum
Historical Museum
The Archaeological Museum in Sidon Sea Castle is a historic fortress turned museum located in the po..
Roman Column Collection
Historical Landmark
The Roman Column Collection within the Sidon Sea Castle is situated on a small island connected to t..
Crusader Chapel
Historical Landmark
The Crusader Chapel is a historical structure situated within the Sidon Sea Castle in Lebanon. The c..
Harbor Views
Historical Landmark
Harbor Views, located in Sidon, Lebanon, offers a breathtaking panorama of the Mediterranean Sea and..
Western Tower
Historic Site
Western Tower, part of Sidon Sea Castle, is a prominent historic site in Sidon, Lebanon. Built by th..
Inner Chamber Ruins
Historical Landmark
The Inner Chamber Ruins of the Sidon Sea Castle stand as a testament to the historical significance ..
Seafacing Cloisters
Historic site
Sidon Sea Castle, a prominent historic fortress built by the Crusaders in the early 13th century, is..
Old Well and Cistern
Historical Landmark
The Old Well and Cistern are significant parts of the Sidon Sea Castle, a prominent fortress located..
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