National GeographicJan 17, 2016Al MaghtasReason for Designation: The site where Jesus of Nazareth is believed to have been baptized by John the Baptist marks the foundation of one of the world’s largest religions and encompasses several ...3 sights in this storyJordan RiverSighteast bank is five miles north of the Dead SeaSt. John the Baptist ChurchSightnear the baptism site, bottom of marble stepsTell al KharrarSightProphet Elijah ascended into heaven hereRead the full piece at National Geographic →
