Israel is a tiny Middle Eastern nation, about the size of New Jersey, that is encircled by Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria. It is situated on the eastern beaches of the Mediterranean Sea. The most intriguing aspect is that Israel's coffee and café scene is so strong that Starbucks was unable to expand there. I adore the idea of bus-stop mini-libraries, which were originally implemented in Israel in 2011 and have sparked related projects in other nations. In Israel, where hummus is so well-known, more than a million pounds of the spread are consumed annually.

Fun fact: Over 1 million notes are posted on the Western Wall each year. If you mail a letter to God, it will be delivered to Israel and posted there. Israel is home to both the Sea of Galilee, the lowest freshwater reservoir in the world, as well as the world's lowest point (the Dead Sea).

A record-breaking 500 million migratory birds travel through Israel each year in the spring and fall. Israel is home to 5 of the world's 7 natural craters and has the highest per capita consumption of fruits and vegetables on the planet. Based on population, more books are translated into the native tongue in Israel than in any other language or nation in the entire world.

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Know Your Israel

Time: The time difference between GMT and Israel is two hours (GMT +2). The difference between DST and GMT is three hours (GMT +3).

Telephone Code: The time difference between GMT and Israel is two hours (GMT +2). The difference between DST and GMT is three hours (GMT +3).

Languages: The Northwest Semitic family of Afro-Asiatic languages includes Hebrew. According to historical records, the Judeans and Samaritans, the Israelites' oldest surviving descendants, spoke it as one of their languages.

Currency: The West Bank and Gaza Strip Are Palestinian regions that also accept the Israeli new shekel, also referred to as the Israeli shekel, as legal tender. There is 100 agorot in the new shekel.

Visa: You must submit an application at the Israeli embassy or consulate in your home country to get a visa for Israel. Israel has contracted with visa processing facilities run by other parties in a number of nations.

Weather: The norm for temperatures in Israel is between the upper 80s (27C) and the 90s (32C). It will be hot and muggy in Tel Aviv and Tiberias (like New York or Miami). Jerusalem is particularly dry and cold at night. Extremely hot (potentially beyond 110 degrees Fahrenheit; 43 degrees Celsius), but dry, are Massada and Eilat.

Best time to visit: The best times to visit Israel are in the spring and fall when the weather is comfortable (about 79°F) during the day and chilly at night. With daily average highs of 90°F from June through August, it may get quite warm.

 

Places to Visit in Israel (Popular Destinations)

 

The Western “Wailing” Wall (Hakotel): The Western Wall, often known as the "Wailing Wall," is the holiest place in the entire world for Jews. It is the Temple Mount's western support wall, and it is situated in Jerusalem's Old City. Every year, thousands of people travel to the wall to pay their respects and offer prayers. These prayers are said aloud or written down, then inserted into the wall crevices. One area of the wall is designated for men, and the other for women. Any tour of the Old City should include it as one of the main features.

Tel Aviv Beach Front: Many of Tel Aviv's notable and well-known big-brand luxury hotels can be found on HaYarkon Street, just a few meters from the city's sandy beaches and the rich blue Mediterranean Sea yet still accessible to the city's main attractions, including entertainment, leisure, culture, food, and transportation. The hotels mentioned in this article are the ones that never fail to impress their repeat visitors. Check out our article on the top boutique hotels in Tel Aviv if you're searching for something a little more private, or browse all the hotels in Tel Aviv if you don't care much about the beach.

Baha’i Gardens, Haifa: The Baha’i Gardens are arguably the most distinctive and most popular tourist destination in all of Haifa. The Bahai Gardens on Mount Carmel in Haifa are visited by tens of thousands of visitors and locals each year. The Bahai faith's holiest location is this. The stunning terraces of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Bahai Gardens were enjoyed by 750,000 visitors just last year.

View of The Old City from Mount of Olives: Because of its small size, the Old City is best explored on foot. A guided tour is the best way to acquire your bearings. After that, you are free to independently tour the Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and Armenian quarters.

One of the most dramatic sites on Earth is the Old City of Jerusalem! This one kilometer square in the middle of Jerusalem is beyond description and cannot be ignored because it is the core of the Jewish, Islamic, and Christian religions. For Jews today, it is the holiest place on earth.

 

 

Must-do Things in Israel:

Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange Tour: The largest diamond trade facility in the world is the Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange, also referred to as the "Bursa" locally. Over 15,000 employees from 1,500 enterprises work and trade at the Exchange every day. The Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange is situated in Ramat Gan, close to the heart of Tel Aviv, in extremely secure facilities. These structures export about $5 billion a year and house billions of dollars’ worth of diamonds. These structures, which resemble a secret world concealed from the public, travel through between 40 and 50 percent of the world's diamonds. Visitors can take tours of the Diamond Exchange, which take them inside this intriguing institution behind closed doors.

Dolphin Reef Experience: A magical and one-of-a-kind chance to see and swim with some of nature's most magnificent sea creatures is provided by the Dolphin Reef in Eilat, on the coast of the Red Sea. The Reef is home to a school of bottle-nosed dolphins, including young dolphins born there, as well as a brilliant assortment of tropical fish, stunning coral, and other wildlife. It was founded more than 20 years ago with the goal of respectfully and sensitively bringing people and animals together. The dolphins are not housed in cages. They can freely access the open sea if they decide to leave their home in their native habitat. The extent of human interference in their way of life is restricted to safeguarding their existence.

Underwater Observatory Marine Park: During your stay, you can explore a range of various exhibits at the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. Visit the Rare Fish Aquarium to see an intriguing array of fish and corals, or observe turtles and stingrays gliding by in their pools. Additionally, there is a photography facility there called Photo Aquarium. Visitors can take the glass-bottomed Coral 2000 boat out of the park and return across the coral reef for an extra cost. One of Coral World International's four theme parks is the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. The other parks are in Palma de Majorca, Spain; Maui, Hawaii, USA; and Perth, Australia.

Taste the Street Food: There are numerous distinct specialties that are just waiting to be tried in Israeli street food, which is the ideal depiction of the nation's culinary tradition. You'll quickly discover that there is a lot to see, do, and taste if you stroll through the busy markets in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. Vendors shout to the masses, lines form for the falafel and hummus stalls, and pretty much everyone is tucking into something delectable. Take a look at the street dishes we believe you should try first when you are in Israel, and be ready to consume your annual allotment of chickpeas and pitta bread.

Float in the Dead Sea: One of the calming activities in Israel is floating in the Dead Sea, which is the lowest spot on Earth. You only need to lean back to discover how simple it is to float on the Dead Sea. Your entire body, including your legs, begins to feel weightless and as though they are being propelled upward the moment you step into the water. It's in style to have your picture taken while floating while holding a newspaper, so don't miss it! Additionally, you can apply some mineral-rich Dead Sea mud to your skin to clean it and ease arthritic discomfort. Before entering the water, make sure you, your family, and your friends are all cut-free. You should also avoid soaking your heads in it because the salty water can hurt. The dead sea is a lifetime experience, are you ready for it?
 

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Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange Tour
Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange Tour

The largest diamond trade facility in the world is the Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange, also referred to as the "Bursa" locally. Over 15,000 employees from 1,500 enterprises work and trade at the Exchange every day. The Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange is situated in Ramat Gan, close to the heart of Tel Aviv, in extremely secure facilities. These structures export about $5 billion a year and house billions of dollars’ worth of diamonds. These structures, which resemble a secret world concealed from the public, travel through between 40 and 50 percent of the world's diamonds. Visitors can take tours of the Diamond Exchange, which take them inside this intriguing institution behind closed doors.


 

 Dolphin Reef Experience
Dolphin Reef Experience

A magical and one-of-a-kind chance to see and swim with some of nature's most magnificent sea creatures is provided by the Dolphin Reef in Eilat, on the coast of the Red Sea. The Reef is home to a school of bottle-nosed dolphins, including young dolphins born there, as well as a brilliant assortment of tropical fish, stunning coral, and other wildlife. It was founded more than 20 years ago with the goal of respectfully and sensitively bringing people and animals together. The dolphins are not housed in cages. They can freely access the open sea if they decide to leave their home in their native habitat. The extent of human interference in their way of life is restricted to safeguarding their existence.


 

Underwater Observatory Marine Park
Underwater Observatory Marine Park

During your stay, you can explore a range of various exhibits at the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. Visit the Rare Fish Aquarium to see an intriguing array of fish and corals, or observe turtles and stingrays gliding by in their pools. Additionally, there is a photography facility there called Photo Aquarium. Visitors can take the glass-bottomed Coral 2000 boat out of the park and return across the coral reef for an extra cost. One of Coral World International's four theme parks is the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. The other parks are in Palma de Majorca, Spain; Maui, Hawaii, USA; and Perth, Australia.


 

 Float in the Dead Sea
Float in the Dead Sea

One of the calming activities in Israel is floating in the Dead Sea, which is the lowest spot on Earth. You only need to lean back to discover how simple it is to float on the Dead Sea. Your entire body, including your legs, begins to feel weightless and as though they are being propelled upward the moment you step into the water. It's in style to have your picture taken while floating while holding a newspaper, so don't miss it! Additionally, you can apply some mineral-rich Dead Sea mud to your skin to clean it and ease arthritic discomfort. Before entering the water, make sure you, your family, and your friends are all cut-free. You should also avoid soaking your heads in it because the salty water can hurt. The dead sea is a lifetime experience, are you ready for it?


 

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