Abbey of the Dormition

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by איתי טיומקין

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The Abbey of the Dormition in Jerusalem, Israel, is a significant Benedictine monastery located on Mount Zion, just outside the walls of the Old City. It is traditionally believed to be the site where the Virgin Mary fell into eternal sleep, or "dormition," before her Assumption into heaven. The church, characterized by its distinct round shape and conical roof, was built at the turn of the 20th century by the German architect Heinrich Renard. Inside, visitors can find beautiful mosaics, religious artworks, and an underground crypt that commemorates Mary’s dormition.

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