Travels With Carole

Come along with me and share the excitement as I explore the world researching freelance articles. These blog posts offer short chunks of travel that you can digest quickly as well as plenty of photos so you get the picture. You'll have some fun, make discoveries, and pick up great ideas and information for your own vacations. Think of me as your canary in the coal mine. For even more travel inspiration, visit my BERKELEY AND BEYOND website at http://www.berkeleyandbeyond.com.

February 24, 2012

Jerusalem, Israel: Church of Mary Magdalene; things to do

Church of Mary Magdalene

Featuring seven golden onion domes, the Russian Orthodox Church of Mary Magdalene was built in honor of the czar's mother in 1886. A mosaic inside depicts the legend of Mary Magdalene presenting an egg to the Emperor Tiberias. When she handed it to him, the egg is said to have turned red, symbolic of Jesus' blood. Nuns from all over the world now live here in the convent.

golden onion domes of Church of Mary Magdalene in Jerusalem, Israel

golden onion domes of Church of Mary Magdalene in Jerusalem, Israel

More things to do in Jerusalem.

More ideas for exploring the Middle East.

image c2012 Carole Terwilliger Meyers

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