As a top Holy Land destination, Jerusalem is home to the Old City, where the famous Western Wall and the four quarters (Muslim, Christian, Jewish and Armenian) are located. However, Jerusalem also has a “New City.” If you look at Jerusalem’s map, you will realize that the more recently established part of … Read more
Jerusalem is known for its famous holy sites. But what many people do not know is that the city is also an excellent destination for bikers. When you think of biking in Israel, Tel Aviv almost always comes to mind. The coastal city is all plane ground, making it indeed perfect for … Read more
Mountain climbing in Israel is on the rise (pardon the pun), especially in the last few years. Even though Israel is a small country, it will stun you with its diverse landscape that will inspire you to go outside and hike. Indeed, Israel is a hiker’s paradise! If you want to go … Read more
Haifa is one of Israel’s major cities, nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the slopes of Mount Carmel. It is Israel’s main port. Haifa’s location and the landscape quickly make it one of the country’s popular tourist destinations, with excellent beaches and breathtaking sea and mountain views. Haifa is also considered Israel’s … Read more
Tu B’Av is a minor Jewish holiday. The term “Tu B’Av” means the “fifteenth of Av.” Av is the eleventh month of the civil year and the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year of the Jewish calendar. Av is approximately equivalent to July-August of the more familiar Gregorian calendar. Tu B’Av occurs … Read more
Tisha B’Av literally means “the ninth of Av,” as it falls on the 9th day of Av, which is the eleventh month of the civil year and the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year of the Jewish calendar (approximately July or August in the Gregorian calendar). In Judaism, Tisha B’Av is an … Read more
Most people visiting Israel mainly focus on exploring the many biblical, historical and cultural sites. And rightfully so! Israel comprises a major part of the Holy Land where it has been the hub for Jewish, Christian, and Islamic history for centuries. There are also substantial populations of other religions (such as Baha’i … Read more
The Baha’i Gardens, also known as the “Terraces” of the Baha’i Faith or the “Hanging Gardens of Haifa,” are probably the most distinct tourist attractions in the city of Haifa, in northern Israel. Until the Covid-19 (aka coronavirus) pandemic, the Baha’i Gardens received around 750,000 tourists a year – locals and foreign … Read more
As a Holy Land, Israel has numerous sites that are typically visited by pilgrims. Jerusalem has a wealth of those religious sites for people of different faiths and denominations. But you have to look beyond Jerusalem, for there are so many more religious sites to explore in this country that will help … Read more
The phrase “a land flowing with milk and honey” is a Biblical reference to the Promised Land – a land of agricultural abundance. It first appears in Exodus 3:8, which is associated with Moses’ vision of the burning bush. Since the phrase was first used, the land of Israel has been changed … Read more