Church of the Visitation In Palestine: History,Facts, & Services

The Church of the Visitation in Palestine is an ancient holy site located in the city of Ein Karem, in Western Jerusalem. The site is believed to be where the Virgin Mary visited Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist, when Mary was pregnant with Jesus Christ. The site is considered sacred within both the Catholic and Orthodox denominations of Christianity. The current church, situated on a hill, was built in 1955-56 by Abbé Norbert Here, a French Franciscan priest, in a stylistic mishmash of both classic Jerusalem style and modern design. The interior of the church is decorated with art and artifacts dedicated to the Visitation. The site offers tours and services for visitors and is often visited by pilgrims.

Explore Palestine most popular tourist destination with us. Church of the Visitation In Palestine: History,Facts, & Services,which is 35.14 km away from Palestine main town, is the most popular destination to add in your travel wishlist.

  1. City:

    Palestine

  2. state:

    Jerusalem

  3. country:

    Palestine

  4. country code:

    PS

  5. postcode:

    .9038100

Location:

Jerusalem Palestine

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