Christian Quarter Collection

Syria, Damascus, Old Town, Bab Touma Quarter

The Jaffa Gate in the city wall of the Old City of Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, The Jaffa Gate on the west wall of the Old City. Behind is the Citadel or the Tower of David. The Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Windows of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Windows of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, 1890. Destroyed by fire in 614 AD during Sassanid invasion, Emperor Heraclius rebuilt the church in 630AD

Syria, Damascus, Old Town, Christian Quarter, Bab Sharqi, Ruins of historic Roman Arch

Israel, Jerusalem, Old City, View of Christian Quarter and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Spices for sale in a market in Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, Spices and seasonings for sale in a shop in the Christian Quarter of the Old City a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Israel, Jerusalem, Old City, Christian Quarter, Church of the Holy Sepulchre with votive candles

Jerusalem, Arcades Inferieures De L Eglise Du Saint-Sepulcre;Palestine
Jerusalem, Arcades Inferieures De L Eglise Du Saint-Sepulcre; Palestine, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 115 from the album " egypte, nubie

The Cretan Revolt of 1897 (b / w photo)
1597331 The Cretan Revolt of 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cretan Revolt of 1897)

A shopkeeper minds his shop in the Old City of Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, A shopping street in the Christian Quarter of the Old City. The Old City and its Walls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The top of the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, The rampart over the Damascus Gate in the Old City. The Damascus Gate is one of three gates through the north wall of the Old City

The Lion Gate into the Muslim Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalemas seen from the Mount
Israel, Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, The Lions Gate or St. Stephens Gate into the Muslim Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem. At right is a Muslim cemetery outside the city walls

The Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine, c1930s. Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Christian Quarter of Old City Jerusalem, From " Tour of the World"

The Rotunda and Chapel of the Holy Sepulchure, 1902, (1906). Creator: John Fulleylove
The Rotunda and Chapel of the Holy Sepulchure, 1902, (1906). Watercolour by John Fulleylove (1845-1908). From " The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours", edited by Charles Holme

The Rotunda and Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Rotunda and Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Jerusalem. From " The Holy Land", painted by John Fulleylove, R.I

The Vestibule of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Vestibule of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Jerusalem

The Forecourt of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Forecourt of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Old City of Jerusalem

The Anointing Stone from the Ambulatory of the Crusaders Church, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Anointing Stone from the Ambulatory of the Crusaders Church, 1902. Inside the entrance to the church of the Holy Sepulchre is the Stone of Anointing traditionally believed to be the spot where

Entrance to the Forecourt of the Church of the Holy Sepulchure. - Jerusalem, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Jerusalem

The Domes of the Holy Sepulchre from a House-Top on Mount Zion, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Domes of the Holy Sepulchre from a House-Top on Mount Zion, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Jerusalem

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre from the Garden of the Greek Monastery, 1902. Creator
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre from the Garden of the Greek Monastery, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Jerusalem

Entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
Entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, 1902. The church is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Old City of Jerusalem

Palm Procession leaving the Church of the Holy Sepulchure, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Greek Cathedral in the Holy Sepulchure Church, Jerusalem, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

The Stone of Annunciation in the Holy Sepulchure Church, Jerusalem, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

The Holy Sepulchure Church, Jerusalem, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

The Stone of Anointing, Holy Sepulchure Church, Jerusalem, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Looking from the Chapel of the Angel, to the Holy Sepulchure, Jerusalem, c1900.. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Ceremony of washing the Disciples feet at the Church of the Holy Sepulchure, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Crowds filling every niche of the Holy Sepulchure Church, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Interior The Church Of The Holy Sepulchre Christian Quarter
Interior of The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Christian Quarter, Old City of Jerusalem. The church, first built in the 4th century AD, was demolished in 1009, rebuilt in 1048 and restored in 1810

Petra Wadi Musa El-M esrah area Harat el Nasara
Petra, Wadi Musa, El-M esrah area. Harat el Nasara. The so called Christian quarter. 1920, Jordan, Petra (Extinct city)

Damascus Part Straight Street Christian Quarter
Damascus - Part of the Straight Street in the Christian Quarter; Francis Bedford (English, 1815, 1816 - 1894); London, England; April 30, 1862; Albumen silver print

Jerusalem. - The Pool of Hezekiah, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
Jerusalem.- The Pool of Hezekiah, 1902. Pool of Hezekiah From " The Holy Land", painted by John Fulleylove, R.I. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1902]

City Map of Jerusalem in the 1890s, from The Citizens Atlas of the World
KW287955 City Map of Jerusalem in the 1890s, from The Citizens Atlas of the World, published in London, c.1899 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English

Bread seller with cart, Aftimos Souk, Mauristan, Christian Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Israel, Middle East

Chapel, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Old City, Christian Quarter, Jerusalem, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Israel, Middle East

Israel, Jerusalem. Church of the Holy Sepulcher Jerusalem

Israel, Jerusalem, Old City, Christian Quarter, elevated view Temple Mount and Dome of the Rock from the west

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The Christian Quarter in Syria's Damascus Old Town, also known as Bab Touma Quarter, is a captivating blend of history and spirituality. Stepping into this ancient neighborhood feels like entering a time capsule that transports you back to the early days of Christianity. As you wander through its narrow alleys, your eyes are drawn to the magnificent windows of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Captured in an 1890 photograph by an unknown creator, these windows exude a sense of divine beauty that has withstood the test of time. Intriguingly, even though we find ourselves in Syria's capital city, glimpses of Jerusalem can be seen here too. The ruins of a historic Roman Arch stand proudly amidst Bab Sharqi, reminding us of both empires' intertwined histories. Leaving behind Damascus for a moment and venturing into Jerusalem's Old City through Jaffa Gate reveals another facet of this enchanting quarter. Spices fill the air as vibrant markets come alive with merchants selling their aromatic wares – an experience that tantalizes all senses. From within Israel's Jerusalem Old City walls, one can admire breathtaking views encompassing not only the Christian Quarter but also the iconic Church of the Holy Sepulchre itself. This spiritual haven stands tall as a testament to centuries-long devotion and faith. Further exploring this sacred space leads us to Arcades Inferieures De L'Eglise Du Saint-Sepulcre in Palestine (now part of modern-day Israel). A glimpse into history reminds us how deeply rooted Christianity is within these lands. Yet amidst all this historical grandeur lies everyday life. A shopkeeper diligently minding his store serves as a reminder that while tourists flock here seeking spiritual solace or cultural immersion, it remains home for many who live out their daily routines against such extraordinary backdrops. The Lion Gate beckons from Mount Zion – an entrance into Muslim Quarter where cultures blend and intertwine.