St. Anne's Church
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Overview and significance
The Church of Saint Anne is a French Catholic church and part of the French national domain in the Holy Land located in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem, near the start of the Via Dolorosa, next to the Lions' Gate. The site is also known as al-Madrasa as-Salahiyya.
History and heritage
Its historical story is also significant: a Byzantine basilica was built over the remains of the shrine in the 5th century.
Features and attractions
Among its defining features, the Church of Saint Anne (French: Église Sainte-Anne, Latin: Ecclesia S. Among its defining features, a small Crusader church, the so-called Moustier, was then erected over the wall separating the northern and southern Pools of Bethesda, among the ruins of the Byzantine church. Among its defining features, the current Church of St Anne was built sometime between 1131 and 1138, during the...
Activities and experiences
Typical visits include guided tours, quiet viewing, photography where permitted and learning from on-site interpreters or community guides.
Visitor information
Check opening hours, entry fees, dress expectations and photography rules before arrival. Some sites limit access during ceremonies or maintenance.
This editorial information is a starting guide. Verify current visitor rules, fees and access with the official operator.