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A coffee shop in Mahane Yehuda
Market, Jerusalem

combination of historic Bauhaus buildings treasures that are thousands of years old,
alongside new and ultra-modern architecture. alongside contemporary art and some
Tel Aviv also has a dynamic mix of international delectable delights. Visit the Western Wall
chain hotels and small chic boutique and discover its underground tunnels;
properties, with new spots opening year- follow in the footsteps of Jesus down the
round. And last but not least, the pulsating Via Dolorosa and the 14 Stations of the
city also offers a wide variety of cultural events Cross; visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
and entertainment for all ages. and also the Garden Tomb. Lose your way
in quaint alleyways, with numerous stalls
Further south in the Old City of Jaffa, where offering a staggering variety of souvenirs,
there’s a biblical connection to the vision of clothing, foods and juices of all kinds,
Peter in Acts 10 and also to Jonah, you will Armenian ceramics, drums and other
find ancient wonders and flashes of modernity musical instruments, earthenware jugs and
where the old meets the new. much more.

Let’s move on to the Eternal City, where a Outside the city walls, do not miss Machane
glorious history is intertwined with modern Yehuda Market, a culinary and anthropological
Umbrellas above the street Yoel and dynamic life. experience in and of itself. And we haven’t
Moshe Salomon in Jerusalem's even mentioned the Israel Museum, the Shrine
Nahalat Shiv'a district Jerusalem is home to fascinating historical of the Book or David's Tower. There is simply
sites, magical alleyways, fragrant and colorful too much to see and do.
Two distinct flavors. Two distinct feels. Two distinct spirits. Tel A viv and Jerusalem – a n u n f o r g e t t a b l e v a c a t i o n souks (outdoor markets), holy shrines and
breathtaking views at sunset. No other place So where else can you have fun in the sun,
offers as many attractions and emotionally experience a world-class culture scene, and a
inspiring sites in a single square kilometer. trip through ages of human history as part of a
In the Old City, you'll find archaeological
once-in-a-lifetime vacation? Only in Israel.
Tw o sunny cities

Tel Aviv is an eternally happy city, with a
spectacular promenade and 13 beaches
spread out over 14 kilometers; colorful and
exciting markets, from the down-to-earth
Carmel Market to the trendy Sarona Market;
world-class restaurants and street cafes,
museums, galleries and beautiful parks.
The city radiates vitality 24 hours a day, and
embraces everyone with open arms. With
great weather virtually all year round, no
matter when you visit you will most probably
be able to enjoy the beach, take a stroll, bike
ride or kayak with the family through Yarkon
Park, pay a visit to the city's revitalised port
area, the perfect place to enjoy the Shabbat Enjoying a coffee outdoors
(Sabbath) on a Saturday, or wandering your on the streets of Tel Aviv.
way through streets filled with a fascinating Photos: iStock

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