Tucked into the emerald hills of southwest Jerusalem, Ein Kerem is more than just a picturesque village of stone houses and hidden gardens. According to tradition, this tranquil valley is celebrated as the birthplace of John the Baptist.
Stepping into Ein Kerem is a journey into the quiet beginnings of the New Testament. As the traditional home of Zechariah and Elizabeth, it’s here that the “voice crying in the wilderness” was first heard. Whether you’re climbing the steep, narrow paths to the Church of the Visitation or pausing at Mary’s Spring, the village offers a peaceful contrast to the bustling limestone corridors of the Old City.
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