Top places to visit in Israel

A visit to the Holy Land of Israel is any devout Christian’s dream, a way of witnessing and experiencing the world Jesus grew up in during his stay on Earth. Of course, aside from the country’s given appeal to the Christian world, Israel is a great travel destination that’s rich in history, heritage, and stunning natural wonders. Here are our best places to see when in Israel.

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Nazareth

Nazareth is where Jesus was brought up and where the angel Gabriel informed Mary that she was carrying the child of God. Apart from its religious importance, this area located in lower Galilee offers interesting cultural and historical architecture, as well as archaeological remnants that provide a different take on what Middle-Eastern charm means.

The Sea of Galilee

Called the Kinneret by the locals, this “sea” is really the largest freshwater lake in Israel and the country’s main source of water. The Bible says that many of the miracles performed by Jesus occurred here, including his walk on the water.

The Dead Sea

The Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth, located 417 meters below sea level. It is also the saltiest water source on earth since more water evaporates than flows into it. While in the area, make sure to visit Masada for its amazing views and Ein Gedi, a water oasis located in the desert.

Jerusalem

The holiest city in the world houses the three biggest religions. A visit to the Old City allows visitors to marvel at the Western Wall, the Al Aqsa Mosque, and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Tourists who venture outside the Old City should check out Yad Vashem, the World Center for Holocaust Research.

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Cautionary reminders while on a trip

Very few things are more exciting than traveling. Traveling for leisure is one of the favorite endeavors of people in general. But even though traveling is such a fun thing to do, people have to be careful because they’re usually in new territory. Sometimes, traveling can also be complicated with several destinations in a single country and an oft-overloaded itinerary that tries to cram everything within the allotted time frame.

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It’s a good thing though that seasoned travelers have compiled a list of dos and don’ts while on holiday. One of the things they’re most cautious about is the price of food. It’s best to steer clear of food establishments near famous tourist spots. Not only is the food mediocre at best at these places, but the prices are sky-high as well. The best and most affordable meals are usually found miles away from tourist hotspots. 

As far as money changers go, tourists usually recommend changing money before going on a trip. Money changers abroad, especially ones that are found in airports have the worst rates anywhere. Also, as important as changing currency is obtaining a travel insurance, which greatly reduces costs should a medical emergency arise in a foreign land. 

And one of the most important things to remember is to familiarize oneself with the public transport system. Learn about buses and trains in the area because taxis more often than not cost double, if not more. 

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Ron Ozer loves to travel. His favorite destination is Israel. To learn more about Ron, visit this website.