Ein Karem
Our friends suggested a scenic drive over to Ein Karem . It is a beautiful artist village near their house in Jerusalem. The small quaint streets are lined with cafes and art gallery's ,wine bars and cute shops... While we were walking around I thought to myself hmmm...this place would be perfect for a romantic evening out or maybe breakfast sometime on a gorgeous sunny day (Eric, if you are reading this ...it is a not so subtle hint! ;)
The town is hidden in the hills and surrounded by a forest of olive and cyprus trees with flowers and gardens everywhere! It is also a pilgrimage site for Christians. According to tradition- (bear with me here) This is where Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, miraculously became pregnant and where he was born. We went to the church of the Visitation and the Church that was built over the birth place of John the Baptist, According to the bible during her pregnancy, she was visited by The Virgin Mary, who was pregnant with Jesus.
Ein Kerem could capture the heart of any visitor !
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