A cache of nine bronze coins from the end of the Byzantine period (seventh century CE) was discovered in salvage excavations that the Israel Antiquities Authority conducted during preparations for…
Historical Sites
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Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered yet another fantastic find from the past: this time, an impressive 2,000-year-old road dating to the Roman period. The preserved road, stretching up to six-meters…
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Mishkenot Sha’ananim (“Tranquil Dwellings”) is a complicated-sounding name for a pleasant and culturally significant part of Jerusalem just across from the walls of the Old City. Dating to the 19th century,…
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A surprising discovery by archaeologists has unearthed what is being dubbed as the 12th cave in which Dead Sea Scrolls from the Second Temple period were hidden. The find, representing…
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As we are now in cooler autumn temperatures, now is the time for hiking in the Holy Land. The Dead Sea area, essentially off limits in the summer due to the…
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Israel is easily one of the worlds “Hidden Gems” in itself, let alone all of the hidden attractions and finds in the country. Here are five of our favorite hidden…
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Nachlaot is one of the oldest neighborhoods of Jerusalem outside the Old City walls. The first stone houses were built there in 1875. With its narrow streets, hidden courtyards and…
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Israel is a country full of surprises. With its beautiful beaches, fascinating history and stunning nature, Israel offers its visitors a great variety of different sites that no one should…
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If you haven’t been to Ashdod, you’re missing out. Just 40 minutes south of Tel Aviv and only an hour’s drive from Jerusalem, the ancient city of Ashdod has been…
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For those that love Israel, it isn’t surprising to see Jerusalem listed as one of the best cities in the world. Nevertheless, it is exciting to see Jerusalem officially recognized…
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For the second time in the last month, a stash of treasure has been found by amateur explorers in Israel. Three members of the Israeli Caving Club were climbing through…
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For over 100 years, from 1892 to 1998, trains ran from Jaffa to this station in Jerusalem. After service was cancelled, it sat abandoned for many years. Recently, however, the…
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Nazareth Village allows you to experience Nazareth as it was during the times of Jesus – to see its sights, hear its sounds, and even breathe in its aromas. Located…
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Nestled in the hill country of the Galilee is Kfar Kedem, an interactive historic village that recreates life in ancient Israel for visitors. The villagers show guests how to make…
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King Herod the Great lived in constant fear of being overthrown by his subjects, which explains the many fortresses he built for himself in Israel. His paranoia was matched by…