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Sometimes called "Gordon's Calvary" after the British
officer who first saw the site from the top of Damascus Gate, the rocky outcrop and garden
around it contain an ancient tomb that many Christians believe to be the sepulchre of Jesus.
The hill does resemble a skull when viewed from several angles and other features
(large cistern, wine press, location near city gate) make it a plausible alternative to the
Holy Sepulchre which is inside the city walls of Jerusalem. The atmosphere and beauty of the
gardens are very conducive to prayer. The Garden Tomb is administered by the
Garden Tomb Association which is based in England. Here is a link to
a very interesting web site that will tell you more.
The Garden Tomb.