7. Nabi Musa
The Islamic shrine of Nabi Musa (Prophet Moses) lies in the desert to the south of Jericho.
Although there is no proof that the Prophet Moses is actually buried here (and Mount Nebo in Jordan also vies for the title of his burial place), an old tradition since the Middle Ages claims this is Moses’ resting place.
Saladin knew about this place in the 12th century, and the Mameluke Sultan Baibars built a mosque here commemorating Moses. The mosque is commandingly situated on a hill where there is also a large cemetery for Muslims who wish to be near the prophet, even in death.
8. Inn of the Good Samaritan
On the road between Jericho and Jerusalem, the Inn of the Good Samaritan commemorates the New Testament story of a robbed traveler taken under the wing of a passing Samaritan, who brings him to a roadside inn to care for his wounds.
Excavations here have uncovered a Jewish temple and a Byzantine church on this spot, and the museum beside the ruins is full of well-preserved mosaics and other finds from the site.
It makes a good stop off while traveling to or from Jerusalem.
