British War Cemetery (Mount Scopus), Jerusalem

Just northwest of the renowned Hadassah Hospital, the War Cemetery on Mount Scopus serves as the final resting place for fallen servicemen of the British Commonwealth during the Palestine campaign of 1917. The first real attempt at providing a unified burial ground for those who perished on foreign soil, it houses the graves of 2,515 Commonwealth service personnel (including 100 unidentified individuals), a number of whom were relocated from at leat seven other cemeteries in the vicinity to ensure proper maintenance.

In addition to units from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, Egypt, South Africa, and the British West Indies, a small number of German and Turkish soldiers are also laid to rest here, with a small section dedicated to Jewish soldiers near Plot 'N'. Moreover, the site features the Jerusalem Memorial honoring 3,300 Commonwealth service personnel who lost their lives in operations during the same war in Egypt and Palestine, their graves unknown. This memorial includes a chapel with a mosaic designed by Robert Anning Bell.

Maintained with precision, the cemetery's serene grounds and simple burial markers poignantly reflect the harsh realities of war. Each stone bears the name, age, date of death, and unit insignia of the soldier. Visitation is free and open to the public 24/7, though it's advisable to explore during daylight hours for safety and appreciation of the solemn surroundings.