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US citizens can visit Israel for up to 90 days without a visa
Biblical Tels - Megiddo, Hazor, Beer Sheba
Sites of Human Evolution at Mount Carmel: The Nahal Me’arot / Wadi el-Mughara Caves
Caves of Maresha and Bet-Guvrin in the Judean Lowlands as a Microcosm of the Land of the Caves
Bahá’i Holy Places in Haifa and the Western Galilee
White City of Tel-Aviv – the Modern Movement
Masada
Incense Route - Desert Cities in the Negev
Necropolis of Bet She’arim: A Landmark of Jewish Renewal
Old City of Acre
Israel, a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea, is regarded by Jews, Christians and Muslims as the biblical Holy Land. Its most sacred sites are in Jerusalem. Within its Old City, the Temple Mount complex includes the Dome of the Rock shrine, the historic Western Wall, Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Israel's financial hub, Tel Aviv, is known for its Bauhaus architecture and beaches.
Israeli cuisine is a vibrant fusion of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and various international influences, reflecting the diverse cultural heritage of its people. It features a rich array of fresh vegetables, fruits, grains, and legumes, often seasoned with herbs and spices like za'atar and sumac. Popular dishes include hummus, falafel, shakshuka, and sabich, showcasing the region's love for flavorful and healthy ingredients. The cuisine also incorporates elements from Jewish culinary traditions worldwide, such as Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and Mizrahi, creating a unique and dynamic culinary landscape.
