What are some interesting facts about Jerusalem?

Question

What are some interesting facts about Jerusalem? If you use a website can you please add the link.

Answer 1

I find it of interest that we today can walk in the steps of Jesus, 2000 years ago.  As well, the fact that such a little country not only survives

but thrives, sitting in the middle of so much hate.  These truly Must be

the Chosen ones.  I think it would be interesting to go there some day, and to the adjoining countries....so old, so much history.

Answer 2

Jewish independence in the land of Israel, which ended in 70 CE and was renewed in 1948, marks the longest period of sovereignty over Jerusalem by any nation.  

Answer 3

I find it interesting that one city is considered holy by three different world religions (Christianity, Islam, Judaism) which otherwise are often at odds.