Below is a text by Israeli guide about one of the most amazing places in Jerusalem. City of David, just outside the walls of the old city (as present time walls go back to Suleiman Magnificence's times they are in comparison the recent addition to Jerusalem) shows the place of old Canaanite town and the fortress from David's time. It also includes the water shift that allowed David's army into Jerusalem (as you remember from Bible passage the thing Canaanites believed to be impossible). The shift (with running water, requiring your own torch as there is no light provided, virtually taking you these 3000 years ago) still can be walked. For those (like my very young at the time son) who would rather not venture into the swift stream (5-years old are allowed but it can be a bit intimidating, specially at the beginning) there is adjacent - much later - dry corridor taking you in the vicinity (5 minutes walk) of the Pool. It is a must while in Jerusalem!
City of David
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