- Walk the Sorrowful Path
- Celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem
- Admire the stone symphony
- Breathe romance in Jaffa
- Tempted by Tel Aviv
- Taste wine in the abode of the silent
- Lie on the sea surface
- Get to know the Israeli Mona Lisa
- Feel like a Martian
- Admire the planes in Eilat
The land of Palestine, promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, received independence in 1948 and a new name - the State of Israel. Surprisingly, on a small piece of land, which will fit three times on the territory of the Kostroma region and ten times on the vastness of Kamchatka, a huge number of uniquely significant imprints on the stones of history have been collected …
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Walk the Sorrowful Path
Jerusalem is an important place for any believer and just a civilized person. Within the walls of the Old City there is a road and every Christian seeks to pass it. The path along which the Savior was led to Golgotha is marked with the names of fourteen stops. The last five of them are located in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
Touch the rock in the wall at the fifth stop of Via Dolorosa. In this place the Savior leaned, giving his cross to Simon of Cyrene. Even on a hot Jerusalem afternoon, the stone remains cool
Celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem
The doors to one of the oldest temples on the planet are so low that you can enter it only by bowing to the ground. Its black walls, covered with the dust of many centuries, carefully preserve the treasure called the Grotto of the Nativity. The church above the cave, where the Savior was born in Bethlehem, is one of the most visited places not only in Israel, but throughout the world. Two thousand years ago, the Magi brought gifts to the grotto, where millions of believers are still striving to leave their love, pain and anxiety.
Place the cross or icon on the fourteen-rayed silver star over the birthplace of Jesus. The relics will be filled with sacred power and will protect you from any adversity
Admire the stone symphony
The scenic view of the monastery of St. George Hozevit in the Wadi Kelt gorge near Jericho will be a reward for those who dare to climb the mountain path and the hot stones of the sun. The abode, like a bird's nest, adhered to a steep rock, and its main relic is the relics of St. George.
Enter the monastery via the pedestrian bridge in the Kelt Valley. It is described as the Valley of Shadows in the book of the prophet Ezekiel in the Old Testament
Breathe romance in Jaffa
The Promised Land invites you to continue your date with antiquities in ancient Jaffa, adjoining Tel Aviv from the south. It is believed that the city appeared on the map of the Middle East 5000 years ago, and fans of archeology will find confirmation of this in the most interesting exposition of the Museum of Antiquities in Jaffa. It will be possible to count the cultural layers at the excavations on the Ha-Pisga hill, and to become the proud owner of a real antique rarity - at the local flea market.
Take a photo of an orange tree floating in the air on chains in a stone tub. Sellers of souvenir shops in Jaffa will tell you the way to Mazal Arie lane
Tempted by Tel Aviv
After a pilgrimage to holy places, the business capital may seem too democratic and even a little licentious. Tel Aviv is called the city that never sleeps, and therefore you should not indulge in boredom and despondency here.
Walk around the UNESCO-listed White City, shop on Rothschild Boulevard, jog along the Mediterranean promenade with local healthy lifestyle fans and face the sun on the golden sand of the beach. Spend the evening dancing at the Hangar 11 nightclub in the old ship's dock or dining at a restaurant on Banana Beach, which offers splendid views of the old rooftops of Jaffa. In the morning, enjoy breakfast with fresh strawberries on your hotel balcony overlooking the sea and head to the Diamond Exchange for diamonds.
The most delicious hummus is prepared in restaurants on the beach. Order cold white wine from Latrun to it
Taste wine in the abode of the silent
The Latrun Monastery of the Silent, halfway from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, is an amazing place. Its inhabitants wake up every day at 2 a.m. to spend the day in prayer and noble labor, the fruits of which are delicious olive oil, homemade cheese, honey, sauces and, of course, wine. Own vineyards are cultivated to the beating of hearts of endlessly faithful people who greet guests with modest smiles.
Appreciate not only the wine, but also the handicraft of the architect who created the basilica of the Latrun church. If you're lucky, stay for one of the concerts taking place here. Stunning acoustics guarantee the equally divine sound of both classics and bard songs
Lie on the sea surface
An excursion to the Dead Sea is a must-see item for all tourists in Israel. There are plenty of arguments "for": the unique location of the saltiest lake in the world - one, the healing composition of the water - two, the opportunity to take a photo of oneself beloved, lying on the sea surface with a newspaper in his hands - three! An excursion to Masada, purchase of natural cosmetics made from healing salts and mud, and the opportunity to admire the surrounding landscapes that resemble aliens are a bonus.
Haggle in shops on the shores of the Dead Sea: there are always discounts here, you just need to be able to demand them
Get to know the Israeli Mona Lisa
Translated from Hebrew, "tsipori" is "bird". The national park of the same name looks like a feathered bustle sitting on the top of a hill brought here amazing architectural treasures through eras and centuries, which have become the basis of its exposition today.
But not the Roman amphitheater, the remains of temples, powerful columns and cobblestones are the main values of the open-air museum. The Star of Zipori, Mona Lisa of Galilee is a mosaic with the face of a young girl looking at the visitors of the Villa of Dionysus from the depths of centuries.
Capture the best panoramic views of Galilee from the observation deck of the Crusader Fortress in Zipori
Feel like a Martian
Ramon Crater in the geological park of the same name cannot be described in words. A huge dent on the Earth's body has a gigantic size - 40 by 9 kilometers. Despite the legend of a meteorite falling, the origin of the crater is quite earthly, but all guests of the hotel on its edge will be able to feel like astronauts who have flown to Mars. Views of lifeless red stones help to tidy up thoughts. It is especially pleasant to meditate while sitting in the cool pool with a cocktail.
Not far from Ramon in the town of Ein Yaav, part of the land is covered with stones and sands of different colors - from pink to purple. Give the children a task and become the owner of a unique souvenir from the Israeli desert
Admire the planes in Eilat
An Israeli resort on the Red Sea, Eilat is famous for its beaches, excellent diving opportunities and an airport located a few dozen meters from the water's edge. Fans of spotting will be satisfied, as the camera will be able to capture every screw on the skin of Boeing regularly landing.
If you are not a fan of large, low-flying objects overhead, choose a hotel in Eilat and a beach to the east, closer to the Jordanian border
Wherever you go in the Promised Land, she can surprise and give each of your travels a special meaning. You will feel that amazing things happened here, great people walked along these crossroads of times, and stories, read or heard sometime, will cease to seem to you only the literary fantasies of the ancients and will come to life on its hot stones.
