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Jerusalem Neighborhoods

The city of Jerusalem, one of the oldest cities in the world with a vast historical past is situated on a plateau between the Judaean Mountains and the Dead Sea. Jerusalem is a holy city, filled with sites important to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Beyond the historic Old City, Jerusalem has many diverse neighborhoods, areas, markets and more. From Nachlaot to Musrara and Downtown West Jerusalem, each area of the city offers its own unique vibe. For those planning to spend time in Jerusalem, it is worth exploring outside the walls of the Old City to see all that Jerusalem has to offer. Here are some articles and helpful tips on how to make the most out of visiting Jerusalem neighborhoods.

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    5 Most Instagrammable Places in Jerusalem
    Filled with ancient history, religious sites, markets, and some of the best views Jerusalem is a very Instagrammable city. Weaving through the curved alleyways of the Old City, finding hidden gems,... explore more
  • The Old City is one of the best areas to stay in Jerusalem

    Best Area to Stay in Jerusalem
    Deciding on the best area to stay in Jerusalem can be a tricky task. Jerusalem is a fairly large city with lots of different areas, each boasting its own unique charm.... explore more
  • Musrara Ariel Palmon

    Musrara, Jerusalem
    Musrara is a unique neighborhood in Jerusalem, a fascinating microcosm of the city’s history and its various population groups. Walking through the streets, you’ll notice that every house is built differently,... explore more
  • Beautiful Ein Kerem via Jamie Lynn Ross, on Flickr

    Ein Kerem
    Ein Kerem is a beautiful tranquil village and neighborhood in the west of Jerusalem. Surrounded by beautiful natural groves and the breathtaking landscape provided by the Jerusalem Hills, Ein Kerem is... explore more

  • Nachlaot, Jerusalem
    Nachlaot is one of Jerusalem’s most interesting areas. A cluster of neighborhoods in the center of the city, Nachlaot is characterized by its narrow, windy lanes, quaint, stone houses, and pretty, hidden-away courtyards,... explore more
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    Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem
    The Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem’s Old City is one of the four quarters of the walled city. The quarter is home to around 2,000 people and covers about 0.1 square kilometers. It is... explore more
  • The quaint streets of Yemin Moshe

    Yemin Moshe, Jerusalem
    Yemin Moshe is a beautiful neighborhood of Jerusalem constructed of quaint stone buildings and built in the 1890’s by Moses Montefiore in response to overcrowding within the walls of the Old... explore more
  • Welcome to Jerusalem

    Old City of Jerusalem
    The Old City of Jerusalem is one of the most intense places on Earth! At the heart of the Jewish, Islamic, and Christian religions, this walled one-kilometer area in the center of Jerusalem... explore more

  • Machane Yehuda Market
    The Machane Yehuda Market, or shuk, is the largest market in Jerusalem with over 250 vendors selling everything from fruit and vegetables to specialty foods, and clothing to Judaica. The market is the... explore more

  • Emek Refaim Street and Jerusalem's German Colony
    Emek Refaim Street is the heart of Jerusalem’s German Colony the city’s most fashionable neighborhood, just a few minutes from the heart of downtown modern and ancient Jerusalem. The street represents a... explore more
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