Armenian World Tour in Jerusalem

A connection between the past and present of a fascinating people

Includes a special meeting and an Armenian museum

The technical details

Tour times

ימי שבת 15:30 - 11:00.
סיור פרטי בכל זמן.

cost

100 ש"ח לאדם בסיור פתוח.
1400 ש"ח לקבוצה בסיור פרטי.

ישנו תשלום נוסף של 25 ש"ח לאדם עבור כניסה למוזיאון.

Meeting point

The new gate 

Armenian World Tour in Jerusalem

 A fascinating journey following the Armenian community of ancient Jerusalem, exposure to a world rich in culture, art, and history.

On the tour we will get to know the Armenian community, their Christian history at St. James Church, with a special ceremony and art at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, real estate disputes, and the highlight - a visit to the new Armenian Museum, one of the most unique in the world.

Tour structure:

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נפגוש אומן מקומי, ארמני, המתמחה בציורי קרמיקה ארמנית מסורתית.

נלמד על הטכניקות והעיצובים הייחודיים ונחשוף את הסיפור מאחורי האומנות המרהיבה הזו.

We will visit the historic church, one of the holiest sites in Christianity, and explore the Armenian history and art that is integrated into it. 

We will continue to the Armenian Museum, where we will delve into Armenian history in Jerusalem. We will learn about tradition, culture, and community life through the various exhibits.

We will end the tour with an Armenian Mass at St. James Church, a spiritual experience that offers a glimpse into the religious and cultural life of the Armenian community.

נפגוש צלם ארמני, ירושלמי, עם סיפור משפחתי, עוצמתי, על סבו והשורשים הארמנים בעיר.

נשמע את סיפור הגבורה של סבא של איליה הצלם – כיצד ניצל מהשואה הארמנית וברח לירושלים.

Guide details:

Tzachi Raviob

Guide Tzachi Raviob

"Through my tours, you will be able to connect not only with the physical place, but also with the people and stories that made it what it is today. I believe that when you are exposed to places through the eyes of the locals, the experience takes on a new and deeper dimension."

◀ Tour guide for 8 years guiding city tours in Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Jerusalem and Ramla.

▶ Degree in Land of Israel Studies from Bar Ilan University.

◀ Specializing in tours of religions and cultures, with an emphasis on Christianity.

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