Hirbat Midras Pictures

Hirbat Midras Pictures

Hirbat Midras (also known as Horbot Midras, Khirbet Midras, or Hurvat Midras — “Midras” can also be spelled as “Madras”) was a significant population center in Second Temple times and many scholars believe that it is also the site of the home and grave of the Prophet Zechariah. It is now located … Read more

The Israel Museum

The Israel Museum

The Israel Museum recently reopened after a multi-year renovation program. According to the guide, overall the new museum is around twice the size of the old museum. The Israel Museum is simply spectacular. The main part of the museum consists of three main sections – Fine Arts, Archaeology and Jewish Art and … Read more

Jerusalem Winter Wonderland – Snow in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Winter Wonderland - Snow in Jerusalem

  Jerusalem (or the entire Israel for that matter) isn’t known for snowy winters. However, in recent years major snow storms and overall inclement weather can brought practical inconveniences and headaches. After a week of very atypical winter storms all over Israel with sandstorms, fierce winds, huge amounts of rain (and sadly … Read more

Jerusalem Shopping

Jerusalem Shopping

There are several major areas to go shopping in Jerusalem – from the local and bespoke to the mega shopping center.  Old City There are many craft, books and souvenir shops in the Old City. It is definitely the place to pick up a memento. Check out the Cardo and some of … Read more

Essential Jerusalem Tour

Essential Jerusalem Tour

This is a tour of Jerusalem that I have used successfully with many friends and business colleagues. It takes 2-3 hours and is best done in the early evening as it gets cooler as the evening stretches into night. However, if you are only around during the day, bring a hat, lots … Read more

Old City Ramparts Tour

Old City Ramparts Tour

One of the best things to do in Jerusalem is the Old City Ramparts walk – it is also a great children’s (of almost all ages) activity. The Ramparts Walk is considered one of the hidden gems in the city — from locals and tourists alike. It’s not because it is usually … Read more

Cycling in the Jerusalem Hills

Cycling in the Jerusalem Hills

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

Emek Ha’Ela (Ela Valley)

Emek Ha'Ela (Ela Valley)

Emek Ha’Ela Emek Ha’Ela (Ela Valley or Valley of Elah) lies along Route 375 – near its junction with Road 38. By the way, “ela” is a term for the terebinth tree, a tree that is indigenous to the area and grows there in great quantities. It produces turpentine, which is why … Read more

Ein Hemed National Park

Ein Hemed National Park

About Ein Hemed Ein Hemed (or in Latin, “Aqua Bella,” which means “beautiful water”) is located just outside Jerusalem in near the villages of Bet Nekofa & Abu Ghosh. Ein Hemed is one of the numerous springs that are dotted around the Jerusalem Hills and is located on the Kisalon Stream. As … Read more

The Armenian Quarter – Old City Jerusalem

The Armenian Quarter - Old City Jerusalem

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