Israel is a small but amazing country that has something for every taste and can be a very diverse destination for your travels. There are stunning beaches, important historical and cultural sites, green and lush forests and beautiful desertic sceneries. You can pick what you want! Not only that, Isreal boasts great food and friendly, welcoming people. For sure you won’t be disappointed by your visit to Israel.
Here are only some of the many things that you can do once in Israel, which will surprise you for their variety and diversity.
1. Be amazed by the enormous culture that is all around
Israel has very important, rich and beautiful historical and religious buildings. You might find yourself feeling like you’ve just been travelled in the past.
To visit Jerusalem Old City is definitely something you want to do when in Israel. History seems to permeate from the walls of the city. The city is actually divided into 4 parts: Muslim, Armenian, Jewish and Christian “areas”. You’ll be amazed by the variety of religions and cultures that you will find in Jerusalem.
You can spend a whole day walking on the cobblestoned steps of via Dolorosa and visiting biblical sites like the Tower of David or Temple Mount. The beautiful Dome of the Rock gets very crowded on Fridays, while the Western (or Wailing) Wall is one of Judaism’s most holy sites.
Apart from Jerusalem, there are many historical sites in Israel. They include the fortress of Masada, the ancient city of Megiddo and the Church of Nativity in Bethlem.
2. Visit Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is a good place to explore. You can awe around the beautiful houses its White City or check antiquities and rarities at Jaffa’s Flea Market.
Alternatively, you can decide to go to the hipster district of the city, the Big Synagogue plaza. Tel Aviv is also home of a beautifully designed Museum of Contemporary art with an impressively rich art collection.
If that does not seem enough to you, there are numerous, beautiful beaches you can relax at.
3. Enjoy the many water activities
Eilat, in the southernmost tip of the country, is an amazing place to go snorkelling or scuba diving. Its beautiful coral reefs are worth a visit. You could even spot dolphins there!
Otherwise, you can take a swim in the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea. Its waters are said to be very good for your health and its mud on the bottom seems to do wonders for the skin. The high salt concentration will make you float without any effort. Go and try it out!
4. Explore the great natural beauty
There are many landscapes you can admire in Israel and outdoor activities to take part in. For example, Timna Park is a site in a beautiful desert with many rock formation where you can hike or simply camp. If you want to see some diverse and breathtaking landscapes, then head to the Israel National Trail.
It is one big hiking path that passes through the whole country. It starts from Dan in the north, ending at Eilat. For a less intense hike, there is the beautiful Banias Nature Reserve that also has an impressive waterfall to admire.
These are only a few of the many things you can do in Israel. It really is a beautiful destination, with many options to chose from.
