Western Wall, Holy site in Jerusalem
The Western Wall is the last remaining wall of the ancient Jewish Temple.
Originally erected as part of the expansion of the Second Jewish Temple by Herod the Great.
Considered sacred due to its connection to the Temple Mount.
A place for prayer and pilgrimage for Jews.
Houses thousands of notes containing prayers inserted into the cracks of the wall.
Location: Jerusalem
Inception: 19 BCE
Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture
Height: 19 m
Website: thekotel.org
Source: Wikimedia
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