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📍  Gethsemane

✈️  Ovda Airport (VDA)

🚗  279.6 KM

⏱️  3 hours, 36 minutes

Gethsemane, a profoundly sacred garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, is a pivotal Christian pilgrimage site known for its ancient olive trees and the adjacent Church of All Nations. It is generally accessible to visitors, though reaching it may involve some inclines. While individual visits are possible for quiet contemplation, a guided tour is highly recommended to fully appreciate its immense historical and religious significance. The site is typically open year-round, though specific hours may vary and weather should be considered. Entry to the garden and church is usually free, with an estimated visit duration of 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. Visitors should dress modestly, especially when entering the church, and be prepared for crowds during peak seasons. It offers a deeply moving and reflective experience, often combined with other nearby holy sites.