Kursi (also known as Kursi National Park), along the eastern shores of the Sea of Galilee, is identified in Christian tradition with Gadarenes, where the Miracle of the Swine took place, according to tradition. A large church and monastery stood at the site in the Byzantine period. It was destroyed by invading Persians … Read more
Here in Israel, you still can find long and winding road. The Seven Sisters Road was built during the time of the British Mandate of Palestine (1920-1948). The Seven Sisters Road takes you to A Quiet Corner in Motza. There are supposed to be seven sharp bends in the road that that is … Read more
Sitting on a spur of a hill overlooking Tabgha and Capernaum, the Mount of the Beatitudes is revered as the site where according to Christian tradition Jesus delivered the “Sermon on the Mount” (Mathew 5:1-35). The Mount of the Beatitudes is also revered as where Jesus chose twelve of his disciples as … Read more
Unflatteringly, the first chapter of John asks “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Still in many respects, Christianity began in Nazareth. It is revered as the site of the Annunciation and the place where Jesus spent most of his childhood. As a young man he was expelled from the synagogue for … Read more
Tabgha is an area located on the north-western shore of the Sea of Galilee. It is traditionally accepted by the Christian faithful as the site of the “multiplication of the fish and the loaves” in Mathew 14:13-21 and Mark 6:30-46, also referred to as the feeding of the multitudes. It is the … Read more
Tel Aviv is one of the big cities in Israel, situated on the Mediterranean coast. While Tel Aviv prides itself on the reputation of a “city that never sleeps”, for many visitors it is just a beach resort. However, there can be more to Tel Aviv that just beaches — from pretty … Read more
Abu Gosh Nestled in the Jerusalem Hills, Abu Gosh is the town which is known as the “hummus capital of Israel.” “Abu Gosh,” according to one version, is the name of an Arab family that settled in the Judean hills in the early 16th century. They controlled the pilgrimage route from Jaffa to … Read more
Things to do in Zefat (Safed) this Chanukah If you’re looking for a fun yet meaningful Chanukah (Hanukkah) experience, head to Zefat – The Mystical City, and take your pick of any of the engaging and interactive options Zefat – Public Candle-Lighting Ceremonies Shabbat candles are candles lit on Friday evening before … Read more
Ein Hemed – Aqua Bella The Aqua Bella – Ein Hemed National Park, run by the Israel Parks and Nature Authority, is located on the path of an old Roman road, which was still in use after the Crusader period. This piece of paradise is just about a ten-minute drive from Jerusalem. The … Read more
Capernaum on the shores of the Sea of Galilee was the site of a thriving Jewish community in the 2nd Temple, Roman and Byzantine periods. Capernaum was thought to have prospered from the 2nd century BC to the 11th century AD, when it reverted to a simple fishing village up to the … Read more