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November 1st to March 31st: Entry starts at 8:00am. Last entry at 4:00pm.
April 1st to October 31st : Entry starts at 8:00am. Last entry at 5:00pm.
Baptism Site of Jesus Christ
The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ
"These things were done in Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John was baptizing."
(John 1:28)
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Armenian Orthodox Church Celebration -
H.H. Pope Francis -
Maronite Church Patriarch Mar Bechara Al Rahi -
World Orthodox churches pray for peace at Baptism Site -
H.H. Pope Tawadros II.
Recognized as the Authentic Site of Jesus' Baptism
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The Authentic Baptism Site of Jesus Christ: "Bethany Beyond the Jordan"
White Paper
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Catholic Church makes Official Baptism Site a Place of Indulgence
what to see
Walk the John the Baptist Trail
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Elijah’s Hill
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John the Baptist’s Cave
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Wadi al-Kharrar – The Wilderness of John
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Pilgrims' Station
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Ancient Pool
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John the Baptist Spring
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The Place Where Jesus Was Baptized
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The Jordan River
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Cave Cells
Be Baptized
Renew your baptismal vows in the Jordan River. We offer private areas for prayer and dedicated pools for baptisms.
Organize a BaptismEvents
Join us for the annual Epiphany celebration or host your retreat at our convention center near the sacred site.
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PILGRIM'S GUIDE
The John the Baptist Trail
A 3km pilgrimage where you walk the same sacred path that prophets and pilgrims have walked for two thousand years.