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Western Wall
Also called Wailing Wall, in the Old City of Jerusalem, this is a place of prayer and pilgrimage sacred to the Jewish people.

Dome of the Rock
An Islamic shrine located on the Temple Mount in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Tower of David
Contains archaeological finds dating back over 2,500 year,s including a quarry dated to the First Temple period. It is a popular venue for benefit events, craft shows, concerts, and sound-and-light performances.

Mount of Olives
Also known as Mount Olivet, it is named for an olive grove that once covered the mountain. Several key events in Jesus' life, took place on the Mount of Olives, and in the Acts of the Apostles it is described as the place from which Jesus ascended to heaven.

Luna Ambron's Esther Scroll
The Wing for Jewish Art and Life proudly presents the Esther Scroll and blessings sheet created by 14-year-old Luna Ambron in 1767, a significant addition to its collection. This exhibition highlights the role of women in religious life and the creation of ceremonial objects during a period dominated by male leaders. For the first time, visitors can view all three known Esther Scrolls signed by women from Italy, alongside a focus on the prominent Ambron family from the Rome ghetto.
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