Jerusalem, Israel

Built over the traditional home of John the Baptist's parents, this Franciscan church commemorates the meeting of Mary and Elizabeth when they were both pregnant.

Built on the traditional place where Jesus instructed his disciples in prayer, the walls of this convent church are inscribed with the Lord's Prayer in 44 languages.

This Franciscan church marks the spot where Jesus wept over the future destruction of Jerusalem. There is a beautiful view of Temple Mount from here.

Excavations in 2004-05 have revealed what is believed to be the actual Pool of Siloam in which the blind man healed by Jesus washed the mud from his eyes.

This 11th century Orthodox monastery is believed to mark the place where the tree grew that provided the wood for Christ's cross.

This route through the Old City is revered by Christian pilgrims as the route taken by Jesus as he was led to his crucifixion. It is the setting of regular processions.

This vaulted room built by Crusaders in the 12th century commemorates the Last Supper Jesus shared with his disciples in an "upper room."

A Crusader church and atmospheric Byzantine crypt shelters this ancient tomb said to be that of the Virgin Mary.