Related Places: Israel Jerusalem Gethsemane Mount of Olives (Show more) The Old City of Jerusalem, adorned with its ancient stone structures and garnished with gray and gold-plated domes, is a mosaic of the communities that through history have viewed the city as one of the most sacred meeting points between heaven and earth. For Jews, the city’s Mount Zion was selected by God as his holy dwelling place; for Christians, it is the place of Jesus’ Crucifixion and Resurrection; and for Muslims, it is where Muhammad was taken up for his celestial encounter (Miʿrāj) with God. Jerusalem’s symbolic significance and its location along the crossroads of Asia, Africa, and Europe ...(100 of 1393 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!