Manny Pacquiao visits famous Garden Tomb site in Jerusalem as boxing star enjoys time off before next fight
- Boxer Manny Pacquiao went to the Garden Tomb site in Jerusalem
- The 36-year-old fighter is a devout Christian and supporter of Israel
- Pacquiao has not revealed the identity of his next opponent in the ring
Boxing star Manny Pacquiao took a trip to the famous Garden Tomb site in Jerusalem as he continues to enjoy some time off before his next fight.
The 36-year-old, who is a devout Christian, posed for photos with fans as he was given a tour around the rock-cut tomb where Jesus is said to have risen from in his resurrection.
Pacquiao has not competed in the ring since his defeat by Floyd Mayweather Jnr in June earlier this year.
Boxer Manny Pacquiao poses for photos with fans at the famous Garden Tomb site in Jerusalem
Pacquiao, who is a devout Christian, has often spoken publicly about his faith throughout his career
Pacquiao visited the Garden Tomb site where Jesus Christ is said to have risen in his resurrection
In an interview with Channel 2 published on Friday, 'Pacman' was asked what his favourite city is and immediately responded: 'Jerusalem,' before adding, 'when you're a Christian it's very important.'
Pacquiao has been recognised in recent years as a close supporter of Israel, and even went so far as to name his young son after the country.
Pacquiao has announced that his next bout, his 65th as a professional and which could be his last, will take place on April 9, 2016.
But while a date has been confirmed, the question of who Pacquiao will face is still very much up in the air, with the likes of Amir Khan, Terrence Crawford and even retired Mayweather being touted as potential candidates.
Pacquiao's long-time coach Freddie Roach has suggested that a rematch with Mayweather would generate the sort of big money that would be too good to turn down.
Pacquiao's last fight ended in defeat by Floyd Mayweather Jnr (left) at the MGM Grand Garden Arena
Pacquiao's long-time coach suggested that a rematch with Mayweather would be too good to pass up
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