The hand of the Prophet Isaiah himself may have created an 8th century BCE seal impression discovered in First Temple remains near Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, according to Hebrew University archaeologist Dr.…
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The well-known Israel Trail meanders 620 miles from northern Dan to southern Eilat, but it skirts the Golan Heights – and that is why Israel Eshed, then director of the Golan Tourism…
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A rare, multicolored Roman mosaic from the second to third-century AD is being uncovered at Caesarea National Park in Israel. The mosaic floor was discovered in recent months in an antiquities authority dig…
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Everyone knows the world’s best bite of perfectly spiced falafel or creamy hummus can be found in Israel, but Israeli hotspots — bakeries, shops, stands, and restaurants — are putting unique…
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It’s the oldest Israeli port city on the seashore, yet even modern-day Hollywood starlets like Natalie Portman can’t stop in Israel without visiting the ancient city of Jaffa– nicknamed the…
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Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa … Arad? If this southern Israeli city doesn’t come to mind when you think about touring Israel, Anna Sandler is working hard to put it there.…
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A new Netflix show follows host Phil Rosenthal, creator of American TV series “Everybody Loves Raymond,” on a culinary tour of six cities known for their incredible food, including Lisbon,…
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The austere “less is more” mantra of architecture in the first half of the 20th century gave way to the postmodern “less is bore” approach that said buildings could be both…
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If you see a young woman pushing a shopping cart full of mosaic tiles, grout and glue in Tel Aviv, it is most likely Mia Schon, an artist working to…
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The rain hasn’t yet begun to fall, but it’s officially wintertime in Jerusalem. True, it would be nice to have a drop of rain or a drop in temperature and…
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Do you know where the word ‘dreidel’ comes from, and how many calories are in a sufganiyah? We have the answers here. 1. 44 candles There are at least 44…
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One of the unusual architectural features found in the outside walls of many Israeli homes is a small, glass-covered enclosure prominently located next to the front door. Designed to shelter…
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Think of the Israeli desert blooming, and you might picture juicy Jaffa oranges, prickly Sabra cactus fruit, luscious tomatoes or hothouse flowers that get shipped to a waiting world market.…
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Israel is blessed with endless options for interesting day trips. North, south or center, there is always a new hike, nature reserve or historical site to discover, and nothing is…
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Taste buds must work overtime in Israel thanks to the countless and diverse mouthwatering morsels waiting to be eaten here. “When you’re eating in Israel, all your senses are involved.…