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Reading a Topographic Map (Contour Lines, Elevation, Symbols)

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A topographic map is a type of map characterized by large-scale detail and quantitative representation of relief features, usually using contour lines (connecting points of equal elevation). According to Natural Resources Canada, These maps depict in detail ground relief (landforms and terrain), drainage (lakes and rivers), forest cover, administrative areas, populated areas, transportation routes and […]

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The Golan Trail – Everything you need to know

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The Golan Trail is a 120-kilometer long hiking trail in the Golan Heights. The trail was inaugurated in May 2007 after a five-month marking operation done by the Israeli Society for the Protection of Nature and an initiative of the Golan Tourism Association. The trail is about 120 kilometers long and extends from Mount Hermon

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Israel Electric Plug | Travel Adaptor For Israel

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Are you planning a trip to Israel and wondering what the Electric Plug is in Israel and if you need a travel adapter? the short answer is: In Israel the electric plugs and sockets are of types C, H and M. The standard voltage is 230V, and the standard frequency is 50Hz. Plug type C

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Tel Aviv vs Dubai: Where Should You Live and Travel

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Now that The Abraham Accords are in place, a lot is being discussed and written in regards to a comparison between the cities of Tel-Aviv vs Dubai. So which city is best for you? In today’s post we will try to help. Some similarity can be found between the United Arab Emirates and Israel in

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Tel Aviv to Jerusalem Train (Fast New Route!)

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The highly anticipated new high-speed Jerusalem / Tel Aviv train (via Ben Gurion Airport) is now operating, going quickly and efficiently from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv. This route is officially called the King David Line – and in this quick post we are going to give you all the information you need in order to

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Israel National Trail: Everything You Need to Know

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The Israel National Trail (Shvil Yisrael) is a bucket-list adventure for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Spanning approximately 1,100 kilometers from the lush greens of the north to the rugged deserts of the south, the trail offers a unique way to experience Israel’s diverse landscapes, history, and culture. Inaugurated in 1995, the Israel National Trail (INT)

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Tel Aviv vs Haifa: Where should you live?

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Deciding where to live in Israel is not easy. You might be planning Aliyah, already living in another city in Israel, or just looking for a good real estate investment – but in most cases you’ve probably set your sights on one of the major cities in Israel. Today, I will compare the two cities

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Pan-Arab Colors: What Are They

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Pan-Arab Colors in Arab flags are red, black, white and green, Individually, each of those is intended to represent a certain Arab dynasty, or era. More common symbols in Arab flags include stars, crescents and the Shahada. There are four Pan-Arab colors: white, red, green, and black. Historically, each of the three represents an era

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