The Citadel of David, also known as 'David's Fortress', is one of the most famous sights in Jerusalem and rests on the remains of the fortifications built by the Israeli King David. The citadel has been repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt over the past centuries.

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Tom Rambler

July 6, 2017

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Interesting historical museum and great view from the tower over the old city and Mount of olives

Bernd

October 12, 2022

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A monumental and historically significant building

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