Top Ten Holy Land sites in Jerusalem

7. Church of St. John the Baptist

Originally constructed in the 5th century, the Church of St. John the Baptist has an interesting history including being the headquarters of the Knights Hospitallers, where injured Crusaders were cared for during the 1099 siege of Jerusalem. some of the grateful knights after their recovery, remained in Jerusalem and dedicated themselves to the military defense of Jerusalem and welcoming Holy Land pilgrims. The Greek church not to be confused with the Franciscan church on the Mount of Olives can be easily recognized due to its unique silver dome. Although not regularly visited by pilgrims, the church is worth the effort to see it, since it’s the oldest church in Jerusalem and the original “Hospital of St. John,” for which the Knights Hospitallers were named.

Location: Christian Quarter, Old City