The name "City of David" originates in the biblical narrative where Israelite king David conquers Jerusalem, then known as Jebus, from the Jebusites.

At the Old City gate.

Exploring the streets in the old city.


It was a rainny day. Feels like a maze walking into this neighbourhood. The streets, walls and buildings were all built with limestone. It was an amazing feeling walking here. We needed to turn back after a few meters into it as we were afraid to get lost!