Augusta Victoria Hospital
Description:
Augusta Victoria Hospital is located on the slope of Mount Olives. The beginning of construction dates back to 1907. It is a complex, consisting of several buildings. Particular attention is drawn to the Ascension Church for Lutherans. Its bell tower soars up to 65 meters. From the observation deck, all of Jerusalem and the Judean Desert will be in the palm of your hand.
The hospital is named after the Queen of Prussia, whose husband allowed the construction of a medical complex. In different periods of history, the hospital performed different functions.
It was the reception place for German pilgrims, the office of Winston Churchill, the residence of the British Commissioner. In 1930, there was a branch of the Nazi Party. It was led by Ludwig Buchhalter, who referred to himself as the Templars.
Today, the hospital is used for its intended purpose and can accommodate about 160 patients. There is also a hotel for Lutherans. The architecture of the building is impressive, which attracts tourists and pilgrims. You can get there by bus 75.