The book is addressed to those who are interested in the cultural and historical sights of Israel, especially those related to the origin and history of the Christian religion and the presence of the Russian Orthodox Church here. Together with the author, you will visit Jerusalem, Bethany, Ein Karem, Bethlehem, Jericho, Galilee and the Judean desert, the Mediterranean cities of Israel - Acre, Kasaria, Tel Aviv, Lydda, Haifa, Jaffa. A detailed, vivid, emotional description will allow the reader to feel next to the author in the Jerusalem Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the Bethlehem Church of the Nativity, the Nazareth Basilica of the Annunciation, on Mount Temptation, in the halls of the Crusader castle in Acre, the Baha'i gardens of Haifa and many other unforgettable places in Israel, learn the origins of the most significant Christian traditions and rituals. In relation to the main Christian shrines and attractions, detailed explanations of the history of their origin, connection with religious tradition, their reflection in Russian and world culture are given.