Dome of the Ascension (Qubbat al-Miraj), Jerusalem
The Dome of the Ascension is a small, free-standing domed structure built by Crusaders that stands just north the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.
Although called "Dome of the Ascension" in Arabic, Arabic tradition to mark the spot from which Prophet Muhammad began his ascent to the Divine Throne, it is understood by scholars as having been built as part of the Christian Templum Domini, probably as a baptistry. An Arabic inscription dated to 1200-1 describes it as rededicated as a waqf.
Although called "Dome of the Ascension" in Arabic, Arabic tradition to mark the spot from which Prophet Muhammad began his ascent to the Divine Throne, it is understood by scholars as having been built as part of the Christian Templum Domini, probably as a baptistry. An Arabic inscription dated to 1200-1 describes it as rededicated as a waqf.
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Sight Name: Dome of the Ascension (Qubbat al-Miraj)
Sight Location: Jerusalem, Israel
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Jerusalem, Israel
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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