My First Impressions Of Old Jerusalem
December 6, 2016 by admin
It’s a bit daunting to be a lone explorer through the warren of shops within the walls of Old Jerusalem because it’s easy to get lost and when you ask directions of the shopkeepers, all they hear is “SELL ME SOMETHING!” They tell you that they are Bedouin and that it is customary to have a cup of tea with them before settling into any mundane topic like how to find your hostel’s address. Guess what other polite routines are also necessary before they will divulge the direction you need to head. I leave them bargaining with themselves and calling after me….”Okay 100 shekels! 50! 25!”
Just inside the Jaffa Gate
Steps and slick tiles throughout.
Inside & out!
Interesting alleyways and people
The Tower of David Museum
It’s a mass of magnificent colors and gorgeous wares. But I don’t need anything.
Entering the Old City of Jerusalem
To the left – antiquity
To the Right – The Future
Just like in Russia’s GUM Department Store, you can buy every expensive item in Jerusalem.
Gorgeous, night or day! And the sun goes down at 5 pm.
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