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Valley of the miracles of Jesus
Today, the area surrounding the Sea of Galilee is in full bloom, offering tourists entertainment
spots galore, extreme sports adventures, culture and accommodation
For Christian tourists, the Jordan Valley In fact, there is no place in northern Israel they met for the first time and through his
is one of the most fascinating and that boasts more landmarks from the crucifixion. In this region, you will find sites
spiritual regions in Israel. The area ministry of Jesus than the Jordan Valley. Jesus referred to in his sermons: Bethsaida,
surrounding the Sea of Galilee is home The Sea of Galilee is where Jesus walked on Chorazin and more.
to an incredible concentration of sites water; the miracle of the loaves and fishes,
mentioned in the Gospels and many historic which gave its name to the church located Capernaum
writings. Places where Jesus walked, he lived on the northern bank of the sea; the city
and began gathering disciples and, no less of Migdal, where he met Mary Magdalene, The center of Jesus’ ministry in this area
important: sites where he performed miracles. who followed him faithfully from the day was Capernaum, a small fishing village on
the northern banks of the Sea of Galilee.
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