The edicule, this structure preserves the location of Christ's tomb. This shrine, is supported by scaffolding on the outside due to earthquakes. The current structure was built in 1809-10 after the severe fire of 1808. It replaced one dating from 1555. Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Jerusalem. (06/10/1999)
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