I could not sleep the first night in Jerusalem, therefore I went to investigate the way of the cross—Via Dolorosa—at 4.00 a.m. The Via Dolorosa is the path that Jesus passed on the way to his crucifixion, carrying his cross.
Streets of the city were empty in this time, and you can hear only your steps, muezzin’s call to prayer, church bells ringing and cock’s songs. Yes, yes, a cocks in the center of the big city! Under such an accompaniment, you will walk on the way of the cross.
It was my first attempt, and it was only half successful. I have not find the entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and there where no people around to ask the way.
So I went to have breakfast, and after consultation with the staff of my hotel, it turns out that entrance is in the tiny lane St. Helena at the end of the street of the Christian Quarter between muslim stores. Note, there was no one sign!
In the afternoon, I repeated my way of the cross.
The Via Dolorosa starts near the Lion’s Gate and include the first nine Stations of the Cross—every one has some sign: chapel, church, or line on the wall.
The remaining five stations are located inside of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
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Lovely photo’s showing also how people are mislead by historical falsities and how certain religion love to keep to traditions and devotional acts which are against the Will of God.
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Exactly. Thank you, Immanuel.
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It is incredible how many heathen elements are presented in that church of the “Holy sepulchre”.
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It is. Many thanks.
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Beautiful photos! My sister has been there twice. Lord willing, some day I will also. If He’s not willing, then I’ll wait for the New Jerusalem. Thanks for stopping by, and for sharing these lovely pictures.
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All is in Your hands.
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You are a good photographer! Very nice shots here! Thanks for sharing!
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Great shots!
Thanks for stopping by
🙂
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I enjoyed your post very much. Very beautiful photographs.
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excellent -he pictures are first class and I felt like I was looking over your shoulder
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Gorgeous! I’ve always wanted to see Jerusalem
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I’ve visited Via Dolorosa too… but could never have taken photos like these, meditative and beautiful beyond words.
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Nice travel blog you got here Victor! It’s like going to places that I will never be able to see personally in my lifetime. Cheers and keep on posting 🙂
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It seems to me all is in your hands.
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Marvelous photos, especially inside the church. I have a better camera now than when I visited many great cathedrals. Hope, If I ever get there, they are half as good as yours.
Ciao
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Take tripod with You.
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What an intriguing place! Thanks for sharing!
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stunning photos of amazing sites!
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Great photos Victor. When I was in that part of the world years ago it wasn’t a good idea to go from Egypt to Jordan via Israel, so I took the ferry around it. Stood near the border once though!
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Wow…that’s indeed a religious place. Great pictures! 😀
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It seems to me this is the most religious place on the Earth.
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I must be going totally nuts! I could have sworn that I left you a comment on this lovely blog the other day
and I obviously hadn’t or it got lost in cyber space. I was just checking out your great photos again. Fantastic stuff Victor and fabulous pictures. Thank you 🙂
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I follow Your blog and will be remaining to You about me sometimes by liking Your posts 🙂
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Great shots. I was in Israel 2 summers ago and its an incredible country.
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Thank You, Edith, but it is impossible to compare my photos with Yours. You are the real Master!
Now I follow Your blog with pleasure.
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What a fantastic adventure!
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Thanks for checking out room902! Your pictures are wonderful, very interesting.
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Great perspective:)
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Very cool – I love your pictures and look forward to browsing more of your posts! I’ve always wanted to go to Israel. Your Russia pics are great, too – I was there in 1988. I wish I had a digital camera back then! Thanks for finding my blog today!
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It will be interesting to You to see Russia today.
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Fascinating as well as deeply moving. Thanks so much for sharing this pictorial of your experience. Thanks also for liking my post “A Near Death Experience”. I’m looking forward to seeing what else you have here in your blog.
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Wow, the architecture of these buildings are absolutely breathtaking. And I love all of the different contrast of photos.. beautiful
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This is the model of old Jerusalem that You can find in Museum of Israel in Citadel of David.
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Hi, thanks a lot for stopping by on my blog. Though i am not pretty sure that you fully understand the language i use there :). I am trying to post more travel writing these days, well maybe not overseas ones but i’m going to share more about my country’s sites. As we have zillions of beautiful spots here. So please visit us some time and you will never regret 🙂 Thanks!
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I don’t understand it at all :-), but the language of photos is understandable to all.
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Absolutely stunning! 🙂
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Beautiful photos.
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Excellent post and nice pics..
Big thumbs up!
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The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is rich and detailed. Nice photos.
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Breath taking photos
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Lovely!
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Stunning photos Victor, thank you for sharing them.
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I’ve never been to Jerusalem but I feel like I’ve walked those streets through your wonderful photos.
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I tried.
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Fabulous pictures!
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Great pictures – I can smell and taste the atmosphere that you have captured and I look forward to what follows…
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I think it will be the streets and walls of Old Jerusalem.
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These are very powerful images. Thank you so much for sharing!!
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Wonderful ! Wonderful ! Wonderful ! 😀
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🙂
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Victor, by far the best post I have read. Throughly enjoyed…
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Stay tuned, this is only first one.
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This is absolutely marvelous Victor! Thank you for sharing. I hope that one day, I too shall walk the path…
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Thanks. I am sure You shall not regret!
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