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Resting in the Judean Hills,
Jerusalem provides the visitor
with both a breathtaking and spiritual experience never to be
forgotten. Steeped in history for the world's three main
religions, visitors to the city attest to its uniqueness, and an
ambience that sets it aside from every other city on earth.
The walls
of the old city glow with 2500 years of history, for Jews,
Muslims, and Christians alike. In the alleys of The Old City,
you will feel as if you have gone back to an ancient time. Yet
not five minutes away, you will enjoy an enchanting neighborhood
built in the late 19th century - Yemin Moshe - a picturesque
neighborhood of homes, artists' studios and art galleries. Named
after Sir Moses Montefiore, it was built as the first
neighborhood outside the walls of Jerusalem's Old City.
The
Haas Promenade (
in Talpiot ) has the most magnificent view of the Old City ( and a
cute restaurant in the middle of the promenade open on Fridays and
Saturdays only with one of the best views in the world!) This
unique promenade features paths of Jerusalem stone, wooden
pergolas, and terraces landscaped with 600 olive trees.
Nahalat
Shiva is a pedestrian shopping area in West Jerusalem, featuring a
wide variety of restaurants and quaint shops. The entire street is
renovated from early 1900's buildings. and is a perfect place to
have breakfast at one of the many outdoor cafes.
Don't
forget to visit the "SHUK" on Jaffa Street - an
amazing daily produce market, where both the quality and price
cannot be matched throughout Jerusalem.
Ein
Kerem is a picturesque neighborhood on the outskirts of
Jerusalem (take the no.17 bus) not to missed.
The
Church of the Holy Sepulchre (pictured on the right) is
built over the site where Jesus was crucified, buried and
resurrected. Most people arrive here after walking down
the Via Dolorosa, the route Jesus followed as he
carried his cross. The church, built at the beginning of the
Byzantine era, is a focal point for Christian pilgrimage.
The
Dome of the Rock (pictured below) is one of
Jerusalem's most famous symbols. A golden dome whose
majestic proportions can be viewed from several vantage points
around the city. The Mosque was built in the 7th century by the
Umayyad Khalif Abed el-Malik, on the site of the destroyed
Jewish Temple. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful
examples of Muslim architecture.
You
should to pay a visit to Israel's parliament - The
Knesset. The building, completed in 1966, was designed by
Yosef Klarvin and funded by Baron James de Rothchild, and has 120
members.
The
Biblical Zoo - One of the most pleasant surprises in
Jerusalem is its wonderful zoo. The zoo is set in a remarkable
landscape, and offers a wonderful day out for both adults and
children alike.
Jerusalem
Parks- There are some beautiful parks in Jerusalem. Independence
Park in the Center of Town has recently been landscaped, and
now has running streams. The
Botanical Gardens on
The Givat Ram University campus has plant species from all over
the world and makes for an extremely pleasant afternoon's stroll. Liberty
Bell Gardens offers recreational facilities such as roller
skating and basketball, as well as a puppet theatre in a train.
Gilo Park has an extensive adventure playground for
children. Entrance is free.
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