Constructed from a mosaic of different quarters, each with a strong identity, Jerusalem also houses the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Rock: three holy monuments for each of the three monotheistic religions.

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Shalom and welcome to Israël! Did you imagine lands dating back to the time of Moses? Israël has become a very modern country, with overwhelming technological advances: the GDP per capita of this tiny country is just behind the UK on a global scale! To come to Israël, is to immerse yourself in a land where legend and reality are intimately linked. From the little streets in Jerusalem to the Mount of Olives,, from the fortress of Massada, in Sinaï, to the wailing wall in Tel Aviv; there isn’t one place that hasn’t been mentioned in a historical text... and it’s for the best! However, Israël, isn’t only about that: the coastal resort of Eilat, the shores of the Dead Sea or even the long walks in the desert are all options for excursions, walks and adventures, just waiting to be lived. Why not also try and visit Palestine, where you will be welcomed by a proud and warm populace, always happy to share their history and amazing heritage, built up over thousands of years by different cultures who have resided there. So don’t be intimidated and go and explore this unknown land, to discover, day after day, the thousand and one facets of an extraordinary destination!

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Outside of the old centre of Jerusalem, the Yad Vashem memorial is undoubtedly the must-see museum in the 'Holy City' . 

Yad VaShem

Ein Gedi is an oasis nestling on the shores of the Dead Sea.

Ein Gedi

Mitzpe Ramon is the town that overlooks the incredible crater of Makhtesh Ramon. For a few years some unusual hotels have been opening in this little town. It's a good place to stay to explore the crater.

Mitzpe Ramon

Situated on the the banks of the lake of Tiberias, the Mount of Beatitudes is the hill where Jesus is believe to have delivered the famous Sermon on the Mount. 'Blessed are the poor in spirit...'

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The Mount of the Beatitudes probably means more to Christian travellers. A church was built on the site to remind people of Jesus' "Sermon on the Mount". So it's very important for pilgrims. For other travellers, the tree studded and shady garden around the church gives you a magnificent view over the lake. It's so rare to be able to see the lake so well that this deserves a mention. If you like Neo-Byzantine architecture you will like the church, which was built in local black stone. If you do decide to go to the sea of Galilee during your <a href="/israel/">trip to Israel</a>, then the Mount of the Beatitudes is a pleasant place to visit.

The Mount of the Beatitudes is a Christian site on the shores of the sea of Galilee. It's best known for its neo-Byzantine church.

June in Tiberias: I know now that the summer is without a doubt the most difficult season to brave this region. But at least it makes up for it in abundance, with a pretty church in the neb-byzantine style and an unbeatable view of the Sea of Galilee stretching out to the horizon. The beatitudes, evangelical tools that can allow the loyal follower to attain eternal life, are depicted in the stained-glass windows, whilst the seven virtues are represented around the altar. The interior of the Church of the Beatitudes is at once bright and understated, thanks to the marble and gold of the dome. The archeological sites form the basis of every <a href="/israel/">trip to Israel</a>, and the region of the lake of Tiberias also conforms to this rule. I continued my expedition by going further down, closer to the bank, where researchers had set up excavation sites just next to the orthodox monastery.

Situated on the the banks of the lake of Tiberias, the Mount of Beatitudes is the hill where Jesus is believe to have delivered the famous Sermon on the Mount. 'Blessed are the poor in spirit...'

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