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Touropia ~ Israel ~ Travel Info Oct 10, 2022 3:19:22 GMT

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17 Top Tourist Attractions in Jerusalem

One of the most fiercely contested places on Earth, Jerusalem is home to many of Christianity’s, Islam’s and Judaism’s most important holy sites; the wealth of historic, religious and cultural landmarks is astonishing.

Now part of Israel, Jerusalem has been fought over for millennia.

At one time or another, the Mamluks, Ottomans, Christians, and Muslims have all ruled, with each of them leaving their mark.

Despite its diminutive size, the Old City probably contains more incredible tourist attractions than many countries do.

The Dome of the Rock, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Western Wall are just three of the astonishing sites you can expect to delight in.

Walking through its ancient streets is a mesmerizing experience and the pilgrims of all faiths clogging the passages only add to the intoxicating atmosphere.

A special place like no other, Jerusalem needs to be seen to be believed, such is the wealth of history on show.

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Touropia ~ Israel ~ Travel Info Oct 10, 2022 3:21:46 GMT

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10 Best Places to Visit in Israel

For a country the size of New Jersey, Israel is startlingly diverse.

Almost anywhere you travel in this Middle Eastern country, you’re sure to come across historic religious sites mentioned in the Bible.

You’ll also come across ancient Roman ruins as well as other archaeological ruins dating back thousands of years.

If old things aren’t your cup of tea, Israel has some great beaches, good outdoor opportunities, and a sophisticated cultural scene.

An overview of the best places to visit in Israel:

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Touropia ~ Israel ~ Travel Info Oct 10, 2022 3:26:24 GMT

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Despite its small size, Israel is an amazingly diverse country that contains a wealth of important and impressive historic, religious, and cultural landmarks.

Besides all its incredible archaeological ruins and millennia-old holy sites, it boasts an enticing array of landscapes and settlements with its capital Jerusalem being one of the most captivating yet contested cities on Earth.

Set alongside both the sparkling Mediterranean Sea and a tiny segment of the Red Sea in the south, Israel is bordered by Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine.

Very arid on the whole, its long, narrow landmass encompasses everything from beautiful beaches and dramatic mountain ranges to vast valleys, fertile plains and the desolate Negev and Judaean deserts.

Some of its defining features include the incredibly salty Dead Sea, the Jordan River and the large, low-lying freshwater lake of the Sea of Galilee.

The first place everyone visits is of course Jerusalem which is packed full with some of Christianity, Islam and Judaism’s most sacred sites.

Asides from seeing the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Dome of the Rock and Western Wall, you can also walk along Via Dolorosa, haggle at its age-old outdoor markets and explore its atmospheric Old City.

After experiencing the Holy City, most visitors head to either nearby Tel Aviv to enjoy its brilliant beaches, lively vibe and pounding nightclubs or Haifa which is home to lovely gardens, museums and a thriving arts and culture scene.

The vibrant resort city of Eilat also attracts lots of people as do Akko, Nazareth and Tiberias for their interesting historic sights and old towns.

Aside from delving into the country’s rich history and culture, many tourists also come to float in the hyper-salinated Dead Sea, visit the stunning fortress site of Masada and hike, bike or drive along the rugged Ramon Crater.