The ammonite wall is an exposed limestone wall located on the southern side of Ramon Crater. The wall is made of stone from the Cretaceous geological period that lasted from about 145 to 66 million years ago, and it displays a very large concentration of large ammonite fossils imprinted in it. It is a spectacular
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When I first set out to write A Practical Guide to the Holy Land, I wasn’t trying to add “just another travel book” to the shelf. I wanted to create something that I felt was missing when I traveled across Israel: a guide that combines the depth of history and spirituality with the practical advice
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In the dimly lit corners of Jewish mysticism, amidst the esoteric teachings of the Kabbalah, there exists a captivating legend that transcends the boundaries of human imagination – the legend of the Kabbalistic Golem. This mythic tale, steeped in centuries of tradition and whispered among scholars and sages, speaks of a creature born of divine
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The Jerusalem Trail is a 38 km long hiking trail along the city of Jerusalem. The trail begins at the Ein Handak campsite, continues east toward Jerusalem, encircles the Old City and returns west until it ends at the Sataf. The trail connects to the Israel National Trail at its beginning and end, so it
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Tel Aviv’s Yemenite Quarter, also known as Kerem Ha-Timanim in Hebrew, stands out as one of the city’s most enchanting neighborhoods, serving as a resilient enclave amid the rapid development and modernization that characterize much of the surrounding urban landscape. Its charm is encapsulated by a labyrinth of narrow streets, simultaneously weathered and picturesque, adorned
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Nestled atop the picturesque eastern edge of the Issachar Plateau, overlooking the enchanting Lower Galilee region of northern Israel, stands a remarkable relic of the Crusader era – the Belvoir Fortress. With its strategic location, intriguing history, and architectural prowess, this castle offers visitors a chance to step back in time and immerse themselves in
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The diamond industry is important in Israel and one of the most important industries in the world for diamond production. As of 2016, diamonds accounted for approximately 23.2% of Israel’s export threshold and diamonds are the most exported product in the State of Israel, accounting for approximately 12% of production worldwide. But there are no
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Today we will present a short and pleasant trip along the beautiful HaBonim beach, which contains a long history, sunken ships and treasures, and unique shore vegetation that makes the hike special. Dor Habonim Beach Strip is a 4.5 km long beach strip that stretches from Moshav Habonim in the north to the Moshav Dor
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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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“I want to climb the mountains because they are there” is a charming phrase, and is especially true for anyone who seeks peace of mind plus a heavenly view. From Mount Hermon to Masada: here is a list of the most famous mountains in Israel for those looking for a peak to conquer. “There is
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