Israel Baptism Pictures

Yardenit is a popular Baptism site. Here, the water flows into the Jordan River, eventually flowing into the Dead Sea located more than 100KM to the south. This site is believed by some traditions to be the actual site where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist (Matthew 3: 13 :Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John). Many Christian pilgrims stop at this site and perform baptism ceremonies, normally in small groups and accompanied by the group's pastor. It is a remarkable and charming site - and should not be missed. Location: The site is located at the southern exit of the Sea of Galilee, just behind the gate of the Dam that is used on rainy winters to lower the level of the lake. The baptism site has a large parking lot, convenient dressing rooms, stairway to walk down into the waters, a restaurant and a shop. Photos by Rafael Ben-Ari/Chameleons Eye