An Introduction to Cycling in the Judean Hills The Judean Hills are just 40 minutes from Jerusalem (or 50 minutes from Tel Aviv) — but you feel like you’re several worlds away from the city with the area’s postcard-pretty landscapes that are comparable to those in Switzerland. Aside from their natural beauty, … Read more
The Armenian Quarter Jerusalem – Introduction The Armenian Quarter is located in the southwestern quadrant of Jerusalem’s Old City. It is located on the southwestern corner of the Old City and can be accessed through the Zion Gate and Jaffa Gate. Quiet and enigmatic, it is primarily a residential neighborhood. A large … Read more
Before the guided short walk between the Zion Gate and the Jaffa Gate, first of all you should learn about the two historical gates, both of which belong to the so-called “Gates of the Old City of Jerusalem.” Zion Gate – Located on south-western side of the Old City, it is one … Read more
The Davidson Center covers some amazing excavations and finds in the area of the Southern Wall of Temple Mount. It includes a Herodian Street, evidence of the destruction of the Temple, the stump of Robinson’s Arch and the pilgrims’ stairs towards the Temple’s Hulda Gates. The Davidson Center is a museum within … Read more
Anemones or Calaniyot (Hebrew) are always one of the first signs of spring in Israel and are greeted with great excitement. They are common in north and central regions of Israel. They can be even found in the edges of the desert in the south. The same species of anemone can be … Read more
One of Jerusalem’s hidden treasures is the Umberto Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art located in the downtown Jerusalem area. It contains a stunning collection and an Italian synagogue. In many ways it is almost just like visiting the famous Venice Ghetto with all the convenience of Jerusalem. Founded in 1983, the … Read more
Check out our list of essential children’s sites at Children’s Jerusalem Must Do Sites – you get the “tourist” points for having been there but they are all fun. Here are some more ideas of keeping children busy in Jerusalem. This is a mixture of good tourism and things that children enjoy … Read more
Probably the all-time favorite activity for children in Jerusalem is Hezekiah’s Tunnel located in the ancient City of David National Park. However, don’t be put off by the children tag; it is great for adults and there is plenty of real history to make it rate as a genuine grown up experience. … Read more
Jerusalem hosts all kinds of museums, among them some beautiful places to see fine art and some of Jerusalem’s art museums are located in the most exciting sites and fine architecture of old, full of character locations and buildings. See also Jerusalem’s Museums. The richest museum in Jerusalem (and in Israel in … Read more
The Hebrew University Jerusalem Botanical Garden is a hidden paradise not well known amongst locals nor amongst visitors. The Jerusalem Botanical Garden is located near the university’s Givat Ram Campus and not far from the Children Science Museum. In the gardens, you can find a very large (in Israeli terms) garden that … Read more