Mount Tavor, also known as Mount Tabor or Har Tavor in Hebrew, is one of the Lower Galilee’s most amazing sites. Also known as the Mount of Transfiguration, the location where Jesus becomes radiant…
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Whenever you visit this naturally beautiful country, Israelis will try to coax you out of the A/C and into the sunshine, no matter how hot it is, to enjoy “the…
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The newly-constructed Ethan and Marla Davidson Exhibition and Virtual Reconstruction Center is situated at the entrance to the Jerusalem Archaeological Park, one of the largest, most significant archaeological sites in…
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Many things might be new and uncertain to you while visiting Israel, but one thing is definite: You are going to enjoy some of the best breakfasts of your life…
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Before there were wristwatches, and certainly before there were cellphones, centrally located clock towers helped citizens keep track of time. A big bell in the tower chimed the hour, and…
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Israel’s stellar contribution to frosty summer beverages is called Limonana. This drink has become the look and flavor of summer in Israel and it’s sold in nearly every cafe and…
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Ein Gedi: one of Israel’s amazing desert wonders
If you’re looking to explore some of Israel’s amazing desert sights and sounds, then a stopover at Ein Gedi is a must! Nestled between the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea, this…
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From panoramic views of stunning Mediterranean coastlines to restaurants right on the sand, meters away from crashing ocean waves, Israel’s collection of seaside restaurants is known for being one of the best in the…
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You shall furnish him liberally out of your flock, out of your threshing floor, and out of your winepress. As the LORD your God has blessed you, you shall give…
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If you’re looking for a combination of ancient ports and archaeological remains, together with exquisite sandy beaches and fresh seafood, opt for visiting one of the seaside towns along Israel’s…
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The Old City of Akko (Acre) on Israel’s northern Mediterranean coastline is an enchanting mix of cobbled streets that have seen Byzantine, Crusader, Islamic and Ottoman rulers come and go;…
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While in today’s globalized economy you can buy pretty much anything from any place using the internet, there are some things best experienced in their country of origin. From a…
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The joy of driving Israel’s north coast is all about the detours. It takes just a couple of hours to zoom directly between Tel Aviv and Israel’s northwestern tip, but…
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“Making the desert bloom” is not just a cliché – it is the reality of what Israeli farmers have accomplished, against all odds, in less than a century. Despite frequent…
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The Siloam Tunnel is a relic of Biblical past imbued in the modern landscape of Jerusalem. This still-standing remnant of ancient history is an architectural marvel considered one of the greatest…