The Old City

I haven’t thought about the old city in years and I am very nostaligic for it. But then I remember the time I was walking in there and I had a can of garbage DUMPED on me and I am over it, hahaha. It is true that happened, but it is still a cool place to check out.

My tour of the Old City included a walk along the Via Dolorosa, the “Way of Sorrows,” the traditional route Jesus took to the site of his crucifixion. We started in the cells in the Roman garrision where Jesus was probably held prisoner and then basically walked the Stations of the Cross. Even though I don’t think anyone can know the exact spot the historical events took place, and even though I think much of the story is legendary and has no historical basis, at some point on the Via Dolorosa, my attitude about my whole trip was transformed. I felt like I was no longer a tourist but a pilgrim. It was quite moving.

The tip is to park the car and walk!!! all over the old city.
The old city in Jerusalem is one of the beautiful places in Middle East and Israel.

Incredible. What a mix of faiths & history!