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Detail of the wall of the Dome of the Rock

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The oldest existing Islamic building in the world, the Dome of the Rock is probably also the best known symbol of Jerusalem; at the same time, one of the best examples of the complex local religious situation.
Visiting the Dome of the Rock is not made easy: the entrance is a small side entrance next to the main entrance to the Western Wall area. After finding the entrance to security control and walking through the wooden bridge, you reach Bab al Maghariba, the entrance for non-Muslims. As soon as you reach the top of the mount through the gate, it is quiet. Cypresses stand tall in line, witnesses of history, on the right, you can find al-Aqsa mosque. Walking towards the centre of Haram ash-Sharif, the golden dome easily leads the way. The arches over the stairs are thought by Muslims to be used on Judgment Day to weight the souls of the dead. The flat platform gives a feeling of space, especially after coming from the crammed alleys of the old city. The golden dome shines intensely, the exterior walls are easier to appreciate. The Dome of the Chains gives a dazzling sensation of space because of the effects of the floor. It is unfortunate that non-Muslims are not allowed in the Dome itself, so walking around it, and enjoying the views are the only things you can do before descending through the Bab al-Qattanin to the market below.
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