Kikar HaMedina (English: “Square of The State”) is a round square in the center of Tel Aviv and is the largest plaza in Israel. Tel Aviv’s answer to Beverly Hills’ famous “Rodeo Drive,” Kikar HaMedina is brimming with luxury shopping options. If your credit card won’t hear of it, it’s worth the trip just to
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In the tapestry of biblical history, the Tribe of Levi stands as a pillar of sacred duty and divine service. Revered among the twelve tribes of Israel, their lineage carries a profound significance intertwined with the spiritual fabric of ancient Israelite society. As both a tribe and a priestly caste, the Levites played a pivotal
Are there deer in Israel? Yes there are! The Persian fallow deer (known as Dama Mesopotamica) is a deer species once native to all of the Middle East, but currently only living in Iran and Israel. It has been listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List since 2008, But after a captive breeding program,
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Nestled amidst the picturesque Israeli landscape, the Latrun Tank Museum stands as a hallowed ground where history, valor, and technology converge. Here, visitors embark on a profound journey through time, guided by the monumental tanks and armored vehicles that once echoed with the courage of soldiers. This comprehensive guide invites you to explore the remarkable
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The city of Netanya offers its residents 13.5 kilometers of coastline. As the Israeli summers are only getting hotter, we have put together a list of the best beaches in Netanya – to spend your days in the sun with maximum fun. We took a tour of the city’s long and varied beaches, from south
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In the tumultuous landscape of conflict and crisis, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reveal a lesser-known, yet profoundly impactful, facet—their commitment to humanitarian efforts. Journey with us through the untold stories that showcase the IDF as agents of compassion and healing at home and on the global stage. 1. Rapid Response at Home: When disaster
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Summer is upon us, and what better way to soak up the sun than by heading to the beach? The beauty of beach outings lies in their affordability, free or reasonably priced entry, regular accessibility, and the sheer joy they bring. If you’re a water enthusiast like us, you’ll be thrilled to explore the list
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Each corps in the Israel Defense Forces has a beret of a different color and/or a different beret pin worn by its soldiers, independent of rank and position. So what are the IDF beret colors, and when do the soldiers wear it? We have the full details below. The first berets in the IDF were
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As Napoleon said: “an army marches on its stomach” – and while he referred to the importance of forces being well-provisioned, we can paraphrase and say “a hiker needs to eat well”. So after we have seen some trails to hike in Israel, it is time to learn how to make Poike (or “Poyke” )-
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The exact date of when the Book of Job was written is uncertain, and scholars have differing opinions on its composition. However, most scholars believe that the Book of Job was written during the first millennium BCE, likely between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE. It is considered one of the oldest books in the
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