Can you visit Mount Sinai in Israel?


Can you visit Mount Sinai in Israel? So if you're in Israel and looking to also explore the stunning coastline of the neighboring Sinai Peninsula – as well as climb to the top of Mount Sinai and visit St Catherine's Monastery in the Sinai desert – you'll be pleased to know that it's now very doable!


Where is the Ark of the Covenant?

According to church leaders, the Ark of the Covenant has for centuries been closely guarded in Aksum at the Church of St. Mary of Zion. Not even the high priest of Aksum can enter its resting chamber. Its sole custodian is a virgin monk who cannot leave the sacred grounds until his death.


Where is Moses buried?

The Bible (Deuteronomy 34:6) says Moses' burial place was unknown. A monument atop Mount Nebo commemorates Moses' death after seeing Canaan, across the Jordan valley. A purported grave of Moses is located at Maqam El-Nabi Musa, in the West Bank, 11 km (6.8 mi) south of Jericho and 20 km (12 mi) east of Jerusalem.