Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
AbrahamicChristianbuildingMiddle East335 CE - present
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Location
Modern Name
Church of the Holy Sepulchre (Basilica of the Resurrection)
Country
Israel
Region
Middle East
Coordinates
31.7785, 35.2296
Era
335 CE - present
Site Type
Building
About
The church enclosing Golgotha (Calvary) and the tomb of Jesus, the most sacred site in Christianity for most traditions.
Significance
Venerated as the location of the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus; the ultimate destination of Christian pilgrimage throughout history.
History & Historical Arc
Helena identified the site circa 325 CE; Constantine's basilica dedicated in 335; destroyed by Caliph al-Hakim in 1009; …
Archaeological Notes
Gordon's Calvary (Garden Tomb) is a Protestant alternative; Israeli archaeologists have confirmed the authenticity of th…
Key Features & Structures
- Edicule (Jesus's tomb)
- Rock of Golgotha
Visitor Information
Free entry; open daily; Edicule queues can exceed 2 hours; Easter Holy Fire ceremony draws thousands; six denominations …
Related Figures
Jesus of NazarethHelenaConstantine ICrusader Baldwin I
In the Bible
Bible Places
This location appears in the Bible as Jerusalem
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Source References
- Matthew 27:33-28:8
- John 19:17-20:18
- Luke 24:1-12