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Western Wall
Western Wall is an active prayer plaza beside the surviving western retaining wall of the Temple Mount. The immense stone courses and continuous worship make this a living sacred place rather than an archaeological display.
Why go
The immense stone courses and continuous worship make this a living sacred place rather than an archaeological display. Look for herodian masonry is visible in the lower stone courses, then written prayers are placed between the stones. Dress modestly, follow separate prayer-area customs and allow extra time for security screening.
What to look for
Herodian masonry is visible in the lower stone courses.
Written prayers are placed between the stones.
Useful to know
Dress modestly, follow separate prayer-area customs and allow extra time for security screening.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–60 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
