Do You Love Travelling?

Here’s Why You Need to Tour Israel

If stats are to go by, then Israel is the place to be right now. In 2018 alone, more than 4 million tourists toured Israel. The number has been rising over the years. Meaning, Israel’s appeal as a tourist destination is only increasing.

Improvement in infrastructure and security have lessened fears of visiting Israel. And more entrepreneurs have invested in tourism.

If you love traveling, Israel should be at the top of your list of the “must visit” places. And here’s why?

Jerusalem

Jerusalem currently attracts more than 3 million visitors per year. And it is the most visited city in Israel. A considerable number of visitors are pilgrims of Christian, Muslim or Jewish faiths. They cite Jerusalem as a holy city, and it is if we refer to history.

If there’s is a vibrant tourist destination, then Jerusalem is one. It boasts of traditions, history, and beauty. Some of the top places to visit in the city include Ein Karem, Church of the Sepulchre, Dome of the Rock, Haram-Al-Sharif, Western Wall, Armenian Quarter, Via Dolorosa, Mt.Scopus, Mt Zion and the Mt.Olives.

 

Food

You don’t have to be a food lover to visit Israel. Their dishes are a treat to anyone. The history of their food culture is traceable back to biblical times.

Today, there is more art in their dishes.
And it is because of the widespread combination of local cuisine techniques with European techniques.
Moreover, cultural influences from neighboring middle east countries and the Mediterranean brought along diversity in Israel cuisines.

Favorite dishes that you should not miss when you visit Israel include Hummus, Falafel, Shakshuka, Tahini, Kanafeh, and Lechem Bread. The list is however endless.

Culture and Cultural Festivals

Christianity and Muslim popularised the Israel culture. In almost all the continents, people are knowledgeable about Israel history.

The high number of tourists trickling to Israel is no longer about pilgrimage only. The more than 200 museums in the country, attract a million visitors annually. Mark you, Israel has the highest number of museums in the world.

Tel Aviv and Jerusalem lead as the cultural hubs of Israel. With Tel Aviv famed for its nightlife and the best beaches in the world.

Festivals like Eilat bird festival in March, Red Sea Jazz festival in July, Karmiel Dance festival, and the Jerusalem Light Festival attract millions of tourists from across the globe.

Israel is a great tourist destination. Rich, with beautiful places to visit. Other top places to visit while in Israel include the Dead Sea; the lowest point on earth and one of the worlds natural wonders. Haifa in Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Timna park near the Negev, Masada, Galilee, Mar Saba monastery and the Beit Shean.