Israel Travel Essentials
Ideal Duration: 7-10 days for exploring Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and the Dead Sea; 2 weeks for a broader experience including Galilee and the Negev Desert
Best Time : April to June, September to November (Spring and Autumn)
Accommodation Cost (per night in USD): Dorm bed: $20-40
Budget: $50-100
Mid-range: $100-200
Luxury: $250 and above
Budget for Food & Drinks (per day in USD):
Budget: $15-30
Mid-range: $40-70
Visa Policy for Indians:
Visa required
Visa Policy for Other Nationals: Visa required for many countries
Getting In Israel:
Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Ramon Airport (ETM) near Eilat
Getting Around Israel: Trains, buses, sheruts (shared taxis), rental cars
"Where the history comes alive"
Israel Tourism
Israel is a considered as a Holy nation bordered by Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon and Syria. It is also home to Jerusalem ( the birth place of Lord Jesus). It has a vibrant history and culture . It has ties to diversified religions, and this makes it a interesting place to visit for travellers . It is also a highly modernised country, and the regions are divided into cities which are further sub-divided into towns. Israel-Palestine conflict is an ongoing issue, and after the peace negotiations fell apart in 2014, the countries are working on a two-state solution.
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Best time to visit Israel
December to April is the best time to visit Israel. This Middle Eastern country is beautiful and overflows with tourists during the peak season. The year starts with spiritual Hanukkah and its treats and customs. The colder months in the peak season from November to March are the best to experience ...
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What's Great about Travelling to Israel?
Cheap bus fares. Kosher vegetarian food. Kind and hospitable people. Pleasant climate during spring. Aromatic coffee.
What's Not So Great about Travelling to Israel?
Visa complications. Time-consuming security checks. Not so friendly taxi drivers. High food expenses
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History of Israel
Jews trace their origin to Abraham, who established the belief that there is only one God, the creator of the universe.
Zionism, A Jewish national movement, emerged in the late-19th century. Israeli independence in 1948 was marked by migration of Jews from Europe and Muslim countries to Israel and Arabs from Israel. This was followed by the ArabÐIsraeli conflict. About 43% of the world's Jews live in Israel today, the largest Jewish community in the world.
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Culture of Israel
Israel is home to mixed nationalities. Immigrants from various countries are employed in different sectors. However, Jews make up the majority of the population followed by Islam. The official language of Israel is Arabic and Hebrew . Hebrew is the most commonly spoken language. English is also widely spoken because English is the second foreign language taught at schools. Older people understand Hebrew better. Common phrases - Walla (Is that so), Yalla (common, let's move), Sababa (great ), Akhla (good), Sachbak (friend), Shalom - hello & bye, todah- thank you, lama - why, mis'ada - restaurant.
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