Israel has emerged as a major LGBT-friendly location in recent years, in sharp contrast to many neighbouring countries where gay people face persecution.
But in Jerusalem, a holy city for Muslim, Christians and Jews, the LGBT community faces a tougher time gaining acceptance than in some coastal cities, like Tel Aviv.
More than 2,400 police officers were deployed to protect marchers after organisers received death threats on Twitter and Facebook.
And several dozen protesters against the march gathered along the route
Despite the threats, up to 7,000 people attended the march.
The parade ended at Independence Park and featured performances from several Israeli singers
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