At base of Herodion
Like some famous counterparts, we have one person to thank for this, and that is King Herod (ruling from 37-4 BCE), who might be called "the Great" simply on the basis of his architectural achievements.

Hiking up to fortress from parking lot

Arab Shepard in valley

Panaromic view from Herodion

Lunch

Adventure in the parking lot

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Cute couple waiting for rest of group

Mar Elias Monastary

Watching the soldiers backpacks, Jerusalem

Overview of Jerusalem

Temple Mount (background)

The Temple Mount in Jerusalem (specifically the Al-Aqsa Mosque) is regarded by Muslims as the third holiest site outside the cities of Mecca and Medina. The main reasons are these:

For a tip this man showed us where to look into the mosque

In Jerusalem, walled city

Actually a restaurant, near our hotel

Yad Vashem

Holocast survivor gave talk about his life.

Saving the children.