Well, this morning we left Jerusalem after 10 days and drove north to the beautiful, more laid back land of Galilee. We began at the ruins of the old city of Beth Shean, and walked around the fully excavated site. There was a nice big theater, a collonaded street, and (as seen below) a public toilet! It was an interesting ancient city!
From Beth Shean, we continued north to Yardenit, the spot where the Jordan River springs from the Sea of Galilee, and the site where many people believe Jesus was baptized. I am not sure about that, but every day it is the spot where many Christian people want to get into the water with white gowns, some of whom are baptized as well.
After this stop, it was on to Tiberius, our home base for the conclusion of our pilgimage. We are staying at the Astoria Hotel, and will be travelling around to different sites in the area. the view that we have of the Sea of Galilee is a pretty way to spend the end of our trip!
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