Added: 04/13/2006 |
Consider Travel to Israel for Your Next VacationFor the vast majority of tourists, travel to Israel is associated with a trip to its capital city - Jerusalem, which has established itself as the center of national and spiritual life of the Jewish people since King David made it his kingdom's capital more than 3,000 years ago. Today Jerusalem is a vibrant, flourishing metropolis, the largest city within the country and the seat of Government.
The modern center of Tel Aviv is dedicated to more sophisticated pursuits of life, which results in its sun drenches beaches, fascinating night clubs, award-winning restaurants and designer clothing stores. There are more than 70 names for the capital city, each of them reflecting various aspects of Jerusalem and its residents throughout history.
With its diverse sights, rich traditions and exciting cultural venues, no wonder the city exerts such a tremendous impact, both internationally and locally. Regarded as the most popular tourist destination in Israel, Jerusalem boasts a mix of both historic and cultural sites, appealing to each visitor.
Jerusalem Holly Sites are ranked with the most visited places and include the Kotel, the Mount of Olives, Mount Zion, Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, Temple of Solomon, Tomb of the Virgin, Church of the Ascension, Church of St Anne, the Holly Sepulcher and the Via Dolorosa. The National Botanical Gardens in Jerusalem comprise over 6,000 plant species, brought to the county from around the world and preserved for benefit of the public. Located in Jerusalem are some of the outstanding museums in Israel, including Bloomfield Science Museum, the Israel Museum of Jerusalem, Museum of Italian Jewish Art, Tower of David Museum and Israel Ministry of Finance Museum of Taxes among others.
A stunning array of activities will never leave you bored of your travel to Israel, from scuba diving and sunbathing in the Red Sea port to spa resorts as the specialty of the Dead Sea experience. Located at the north of Jerusalem is the Galilee area, the favorite destination of nature lovers and pilgrims.
While planning your travel to Israel, consider a visit to Nazareth City, which is a mix of religions and races. Nestled in the lower Galilee close to the lake of the Sea of Galilee, the historical city of Nazareth is ranked with the major places worldwide, where celebrations were held to mark the year AD 2000. However, a real trip to Nazareth is more than just a visit to the Old City.
Among the important rules for understanding the city is getting to know its surrounding landscape, which is a horseshoe-shaped bally. The heart of the city comprises two parts: the religious and historical core, and the casing that includes mansions and markets on the slope of the Nebi Sa'in Ridge. Among the most visited sites in Nazareth are the Church of Saint Gabriel, the Church of Saint Joseph, the Mosque Quarter, the Bishop's Residence, Grotto of the Virgin, St Mary's Well and Joseph's Workshop just to name a few.
Currently travel to Israel is risky because of the political situation in the country. Thus, if you are planning a trip, consult up-to-date travel safety warnings with your Embassy.
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