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העץ הנדיר מנזר המצלבה

The Rare Tree: In Hebrew

The Monastery of the Cross

Some important details

  • תאריכון

    Date and time

    Hebrew only:

    Friday, February 14 | 9:30am, 11:30am

     Tour length: About 1.5 hrs

  • מחיר

    Cost

    70 NIS

  • Target Audience

    Adults

  • מדריך

    Guide

    Dov Nutkevich

Who was Shota Rustaveli and what brought him to the Monastery of the Cross? Are the Temple vessels really hidden among its rooms? Starting when and why does a Greek flag wave over a Georgian monastery? What is hidden behind the wonderful tree with 3 different tops? This tour takes you to the Monastery of the Cross and the church, featuring: the ancient mosaic and wall drawings, the refectory of the head clergy, and the bell tower, on which are carved names of Gadna soldiers from the beginning of the State of Israel.

Meeting point: The intersection of Chaim Hazaz Street and Rabbi Herzog Street.

Tour includes entry to churches – please wear modest clothing | No weapons allowed | Comfortable shoes for walking are recommended
Advanced registration required | Number of spaces is limited

Photo by Hagai Agmon-Snir

Tickets purchased on the website can be canceled within 14 days of purchase, but not less than 7 business days from the date of the event. Requests for ticket cancellations must be sent in writing to: [email protected]

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