Jewish Sites in Israel
Jewish Sites in Israel
Visiting Jerusalem: A Holy City For Three Religions
The 3 major monotheistic world religions – Christianity, Islam, and Judaism – all consider Jerusalem to be a sacred place. Inside the emotionally charged city, each of these religions has sites they consider sacred and central to their faith. What are the sacred places to Christians, Muslims, and Jews in Jerusalem, and where are they... Read More
Visiting the Temple Mount and Dome of the Rock
When visiting Jerusalem, many people want to see the Temple Mount and the Dome of the Rock. The Temple Mount is a holy site within the Old City of Jerusalem for Jewish, Christian, and Muslim people. All visitors are able to tour the compound and the Al-Aqsa Mosque, with the exception of the Dome of... Read More
Katzrin
Known as the “capital of the Golan Heights”, Katzrin is full of beautiful scenery and fascinating history. The original Katzrin, which dates back to the Byzantine era, was destroyed by an earthquake in 749 CE. Thousands of years later, you can still see some of the ruins that tell the story of the ancient town.... Read More
Jewish Pilgrimage to Israel Guide
If you’re planning a trip to Israel to explore the Jewish heritage, our Jewish Pilgrimage to Israel Guide is essential. From Safed to the Negev, from antiquity to the founding of the modern-day state; these are the essential stops for Jewish pilgrims to Israel. Exploring the generations of Jewish history, religion, and culture is something... Read More
Holy Sites in Jerusalem
Could a trip to Israel ever be complete without stops at holy sites in Jerusalem? The city is famous as one of the most holy in the world, housing important landmarks from a number of religions. Judaism, Islam, and Christianity all count a number of holy sites in Jerusalem, alongside modern marvels. Our guide below... Read More
Mount of Olives
The Mount of Olives in Jerusalem is an important landmark, located next to the Old City of Jerusalem. This refers to the ridge located east of the Old City. It gets its name from the olive groves that at one time covered the land. A significant and meaningful landmark, the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem... Read More
Ayalon Institute Museum
Now a museum, the Ayalon Institute was a secret ammunition factory disguised as part of a kibbutz to fool the British back in the 1940s. Jewish people used the factory in their efforts to fight for the independent state of Israel. Organizers went to extreme measures to build and sustain this secret factory within the... Read More
A Walk Through Safed (Tsfat)
Taking a walk through Safed, the northern city which is a major point of interest for many visitors to Israel who journey to the town to enjoy the cobbled stone alleys, the art, the historical sites and the mystical atmosphere of this ancient city. Jewish settlement in Tzfat dates back to the Temple period but Safed - pronounced “Tz-fat” in Hebrew - achieved fame and a reputation as the “City of Kabbalah” during the 16th century when the rabbis, Kabbalistic scholars and other Jews who were fleeing from the Spanish Inquisition made their home in the mountaintop town. Read More