The Western Wall
The Western Wall is an ancient limestone wall in Jerusalem's Old City, considered the holiest site accessible for prayer in Judaism, remaining from the retaining wall of the ancient Second Temple.
Standing as the closest accessible point to the ancient Temple's holiest area, this remaining wall has drawn Jewish prayer and pilgrimage for nearly two thousand years of continuous devotion.
A Remnant of the Second Temple
The Western Wall remains from the retaining wall surrounding the ancient Second Temple, destroyed by Roman forces in 70 CE.
Judaism's Holiest Accessible Prayer Site
The Western Wall is considered the holiest site accessible for prayer in Judaism, drawing continuous Jewish devotion for centuries.
A Tradition of Written Prayers
Visitors traditionally place written prayers into the crevices of the wall, a custom believed to bring prayers closer to fulfillment.
A Significant Site of Ongoing Religious Practice
The Western Wall remains an actively used site of religious practice, hosting continuous prayer and significant religious ceremonies throughout the year.
