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Christ's Tomb

Jerusalem, Israel (Givat Ram)
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Ranked #70 of 142 attractions in Jerusalem
Type: Religious Sites, Historic Sites
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Owner description: The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, also called the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, or the Church of the Resurrection by Eastern Christians, is a church... more » Owner description: The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, also called the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, or the Church of the Resurrection by Eastern Christians, is a church within the Christian Quarter of the walled Old City of Jerusalem. It is a few steps away from the Muristan. The site is venerated as Golgotha (the Hill of Calvary), where Jesus was crucified, and is said also to contain the place where Jesus was buried (the Sepulchre). A trend among visitors to the spot (standing outside the Church) is to applaud loudly during the ringing of bells. This is to recognize the unique beauty of the Church and its unique history. « less
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Jerusalem, Israel
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2013

Both Garden Tomb and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre claim to be authentic, but only one is? Who wants to die and ask Him themself first?

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

Jesus’s Tomb is pretty much run like a hot dog tourist stand nowadays with long queues & day tours overwhelming what should be a place of solemn reflection. Tourists overwhelmingly outnumber worshippers in this museum-like church full of old things & shiny bling. Anybody praying too long in the tomb will likely cop a barrage of aggressive gestures from priests... More

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Jerusalem
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2012 via mobile

This very old building where all Christian meet around Christ tomb is must in th old city of Jerusalem

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Geneva, Switzerland
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 1, 2012

Very disappointing. You would expect some spirituality around there. You may find only tourists with cameras. :(

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Coral Gables, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 22, 2012

I will have to admit that this was one of the highlights of our trip. Very nice, well maintained and organized.

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2012

This is worth a visit all by itself, but getting into Israel will take nearly 3hours at immigration and customs. The church of the Holy Sepulchre is truly amazing and administered by 5 christian religions. If you are a believer this place will completely uplift your spirits. As they say at Nike, just do it.

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Rapallo, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Christ's Tomb, otherwise known as the Holy Sepulchre, is one of the holiest, if not the holiest site of Christendom. On our second visit to Jerusalem we finally were able to visit the tomb thanks to a badly sprained ankle and walking stick which permitted us to avoid the lengthy line. A moving experience to say the least and a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012

We got there by mistake, while wondering around the old city, and I must say it's a beautiful place, the church is decorated beautifully, and even though I'm not a christian, there's a holly feeling when entering the tomb. the whole place is most recommended.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012

Busy site, lots of people queing to visit the tomb itself. Lots to see inside the church.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012
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