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Israel - A Unique Destination for Tourists
Israel is a destination with something for everyone.
Nothing underscores the variety of Israel's attractions more than realizing that within a few hours you can go from the snowy heights of Mount Hermon to the Judean Desert and the saltiest sea on earth, the Dead Sea, while visiting ancient biblical cities, covered markets and a high-rise metropolis on the way.
Tourists are attracted by Israel's geographical diversity, its human cultures, the archeological and religious sites, the almost unlimited sunshine and modern resort facilities on the Mediterranean, Lake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee), the Red Sea and the Dead Sea.
Israel is small but of full of treasures for the willing tourist. Here is just a few: from the mystical sensation of history coming to life in Jerusalem, through Tel Aviv's Mediterranean spirit and urban sophistication, to Eilat's carefree atmosphere, the natural wonders of the Dead Sea, and the enchanting Galilee area.
Discover History in Israel
In Israel you have to use the word old sparingly - the age of most of its cities is counted not in decades or in centuries, but in millennia. The ingenuity and complexity of some of these historical gems have won them a place on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. And of course, Jerusalem is an incomparable highlight that is both historical and spiritual.
For more information about Jerusalem, click here.
Restored 19th century villages like Rosh Pina in the Upper Galilee and Zichron Ya'akov on Mount Carmel reveal another side of Israel - its pioneering days. Shops along these streets feature local arts and crafts that make the best gifts. They are often artist-owned as well, which holds the promise of getting to know some very interesting folks.
Tel Aviv - A Vibrant City of Entertainment
There's no place like Tel Aviv to indulge your urban tastes. Classified by geographers as a world city, it offers museums, opera, theater and dance, fine restaurants with cuisines from around the world, its own beautifully restored 19th-century quarter, Neve Tzedek and even antiquities, in the form of its older sister - Jaffa, which also has galleries galore. Tel Aviv's Mediterranean location also means quality beach-time can be part of the experience.
Variety of Wonderful Beaches
Besides Tel aviv's beach, there's a variety of other excellent beaches there, too: the sand on Ashkelon's fine-grained shores has been buffeted by the waves all the way from the Nile Delta, while in the north, rocky and romantic coves sprout lovely wildflowers in their season. At the Caesarea beach, divers can take an underwater tour of the Roman antiquities. And for fresh-water fun, head for Tiberias and the Kinneret. Another kind of diving experience stars at Israel's Red Sea Riviera on the Gulf of Eilat where a wonder-sea of corals and exotic fish awaits.
Adventure Challenge Experiences
In addition to hiking and diving, other adventure challenge experiences are to be had in the desert cliffs around Eilat and in the Negev and the forested ridges of the Upper Galilee, including cycling, off-road touring and rappelling. Even those snowy heights are not one-dimensional: in the winter they boast ski-runs with all the amenities, but when the snow melts, Mount Hermon becomes a hiker's delight with trails to charming alpine-like meadows and shady streams.
Nature
There are many nature preserves in Israel which are maintained by the Israel Nature Preservation Society where animal and plant lovers can see plants and animals that are indigenous to the area
Attractions for Families
Israel boasts a number of unique edutainment attractions that families love - Jerusalem's Time Elevator, Mini Israel, the new Kings City in Eilat and the Haganah Museum are only a few of the fun-while-you-learn experiences in store.
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