<p style="text-align:justify;">Amidst the archaeological remains in the Citadel's courtyard and to the sound of original music, virtual reality images tell the stories of&nbsp;King David, the Roman conquest, Muhammad, the Crusaders, and Suleiman the Magnificent, among other people and periods.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">The Night Spectacular, a 45-minute show, uses trompe l'oeil technology---the stones of the walls and structures fade into the scenes and the screened images envelop the viewers, whisking them off to a one-of-a-kind multi-sensory experience.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">Innovative techniques and a sophisticated computer system operate&nbsp;20 projectors, 10 video players, 14 computers and 14 loudspeakers.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">The Night Spectacular is the first of its kind and is for everyone---tourists, families, speakers of all languages and for all who love Jerusalem.</p><h3 style="text-align:justify;">&nbsp;</h3>

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Night Spectacular Sound & Light Show

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Watch the walls of the Citadel become the stage for a nighttime show celebrating Jerusalem's 4,000-year-old history through sights and sounds. 

A nighttime show on the city walls

<p>Throughout history, King David has always been a legendary character who has caught the attention of many painters,&nbsp;sculptors, and poets. Now he is returning to his city with a new night spectacular for the whole family at&nbsp;the Tower of David Museum.</p><p>The show is projected on the citadel's walls after sunset and promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With this stunning show, the Tower of David Museum offers a new, modern, and artistic perspective on the biblical story of the most famous king in history.</p><p>The show uses cutting-edge technology to create an unprecedented international and artistic attraction suitable for all ages. The show features powerful laser projectors, a computerized system operating 20 projectors, 10 audio players, 14 computers, 14 speakers and amplifiers, and 10 kilometers of advanced cable infrastructure.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">The new night experience is a&nbsp;multi-sensory celebration that ties the past, the present, and the future, using state-of-the-art technology. The show tells the life story of King David, starting at his youth days as a young, handsome, and red-haired shepherd in the fields of&nbsp;Bethlehem who was anointed king over Israel by Samuel.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">The experience begins with a virtual tour of famous works by the greatest artists of all time:&nbsp;Chagall, Matisse, Michelangelo, and more. The citadel walls display beautiful images of waterfalls and foliage inspired by the Ein Gedi oasis tied to David's biblical story. As the night goes on, you are exposed to more and more imagery and events related to the exciting and thrilling life story of King David - all based on biblical, historical, and archaeological sources.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">You will also experience a spectacular light &amp; sound show with the educational part of the experience, psalm songs attributed to David, and a modern musical celebration of songs of praise and happiness dedicated to Jerusalem and its beloved king.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">"The show features unique techniques that combine original video footage with hand-drawn illustrations, graphic designs, and music - all created exclusively for the show. The show features various animation, advanced techniques, and revolutionary editing methods. All of the above create the ultimate three-dimensional experience that makes you feel that the characters on the walls are, in fact, living people, and the spectator stops being an observer and becomes an experiencer and an active participant in the occurring events."</p>

King David Light Show at the Tower of David

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King David Light Show at the Tower of David | en

A multi-sensory celebration using state-of-the-art technology telling the life story of King David. 

A mesmerizing light show at the Tower of David

<p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener">City of David</a> invites you to an unforgettable night experience – "Hallelujah." This unique and exciting show tells the story of ancient Jerusalem and brings it back to life with groundbreaking technology, on top of antiquities and in the open night air. And now, the show returns with new fascinating content and pyrotechnics combining fire and water effects – for a truly breathtaking experience!&nbsp;</p><h2>A Thrilling Audiovisual Show</h2><p>The show offers visitors a fantastic night experience in a light show projected on top of the City of David antiquities, renewed with new exciting content and pyrotechnics combining fire and water effects – a view you will not forget! The show employs the beautiful backdrop of the Old City, the Mount of Olives, Mount Scopus, the Kidron Valley, and the slopes of the City of David.</p><h2>More Details</h2><p>The performance takes about an hour and allows you to combine the unique feel of the night performance with this magical evening in Jerusalem—free shuttle service from the First Station Complex parking.</p>

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Hallelujah - The Night Show

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The City of David invites you to an unforgettable night experience – "Hallelujah." This unique and exciting show tells the story of ancient Jerusalem and brings it back to life with groundbreaking technology.

Watch a unique and exciting show

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