Bethany Beyond the Jordan

Visit the site where it is believed John the Baptist performed baptisms in the river Jordan. The site is referenced a number of times in the Bible, most notably as the baptism place of Jesus Christ. A handful of churches have been built in the area.

Bethany Beyond the Jordan
Area

Dead Sea - Jordan Side

Type

History

Grade

Standard

Who

Adults

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

Half Day

Wander through a maze of trees towards the banks of the Jordan River. Visit the site where John the Baptist is believed to have baptised Jesus Christ and admire the beautifully decorated church on the banks of the river. There are steps leading down into the river, where visitors may climb in and submerge themselves if they wish.


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