Embark on an architectural tour of Jerusalem and explore its historic structures, revealing societal reflections and cultural influences. Discover how buildings shape and are shaped by their environment.
- Jerusalem - Bet Ha Maalot - Bauhaus architecture.
- Ratisbonne Monastery - Neo-Classical architecture.
- Jerusalem - Yeshurim central synagogue - Bauhaus architecture
- The Jerusalem Great Synagogue - Combination of Art Deco & Neo Classical architecture.
- Jerusalem - Amir centre. Also known as Bet Agron or Supersol building - International style architecture. (If the building is still standing as the building has unfortunately been targeted for demolition).
- Jerusalem - Terra Sancta high school - Neo Rennaisance architecture.
- YMCA Tower - Ecclectic Architecture.
- Jaffa Gate - Ottoman military architecture.
- Jerusalem - Arab market.
- The Cardo - Roman city planning.
- Hurva Synagogue - Neo-Byzantine architecture.
- Jewish Quarter - Lunch.
- Western Wall - Acombination of Herodian, Islamic & Ottoman architectural influences.
- Zion Gate - Ottoman military architecture.
- Guiding fee included
- Food, Drinks, Snacks.
- Personel expenses.
- Souvenirs.
Before working as a Tour Guide for the past 13 years, I spent a significant amount of time as an architect. This background has fostered a profound fascination with both contemporary and historic structures, which I view as tangible records of history etched in stone. I interpret archaeological sites anthropomorphically, visualizing the incomplete structures as bare buildings with some limbs gone missing. I believe that buildings mirror the prevailing social dynamics and are shaped by the societal requirements and cultural aspects of their respective eras. Moreover, they incorporate the technological advancements of their time and are moulded by the environmental, geographical, and geological context they are set in. To borrow words from William Morris (1834-1896), a notable English architect associated with the Arts & Crafts movement, ‘Architecture is the moulding & altering to human needs of the very face of the earth itself’.
- The guide not responsible for any mishaps that may occur, therefore participants to self insure.
- Tour duration includes both the travel time (walking) and site visit times.
- The tour duration is not carved in stone and varies from group to group.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
