Jerusalem is one of my favorite cities in the world. It is sacred to the world's three major religions and there are important spiritual sites every time you return.
The most meaningful place for me is the Garden Tomb. Believed by many Christians to be the place where Jesus was buried and rose from the dead, believers from around the world gather here to celebrate His life and resurrection.
The Garden Tomb is located just outside the walls of the Old City, in a peaceful garden where the Muslim call to prayer can be heard and Christians worship.
I have visited the site on five different occasions and it has always been one of the most moving parts of my time in Jerusalem, as I am surrounded by believers from around the world. It is not unusual to hear the familiar hymns that unite Christians in faith and song sung in many languages.
Whether this is the place where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected is immaterial. What matters is that it is a place where people from all over the world come to worship the God who is no longer in this - or any - tomb.
The Garden Tomb is open to visitors every day except Sunday from 08:00 to 19:00. Take the free guided tour or visit alone for a time of quiet contemplation.
When I visited with a group, we had a special ceremony in the garden where we sang together and received communion.
