Ever since the early ages and the times of the prophets, Israel, a sliver of land on the Eastern Mediterranean has been an attraction for hundreds of thousands of travelers every year. The purpose of visit is generally either due to the spiritual significance of the country, or the cultural aspect, along with eco-tourism. Israel has one of the most momentous histories of the modern world, with abandoned cities, forts, not to mention hundreds of places of importance according to the Bible.
The city of Tel Aviv, one of the major ones in Israel, has an abundance of energy in its people, with shopping night-life (yes, you read that right!) as well as the café culture making its way to attract travelers. A fascinating fact about this city is that it has only just turned 100 in 2009. That being said, owing to the multitude of activities happening here, the city seems a lot bigger than it actually is. Geographically speaking, it's smaller in area than Jerusalem or Haifa. However, despite the obvious area constraints, close to half of Israel's population lives in Greater Tel Aviv. Besides the thrilling range of entertainment options in the city, another factor that attracts travelers as well as inhabitants is the fact that it has more than 10 km of beaches. Every weekend, one can find numerous beach lovers swarming over to the scenic sands of the seashore. The beach extends from north Tel Aviv to Jaffa, an old port town which is now a leisure destination. The city also has many example of pre-war Bauhaus architecture and world-class concert halls, museums and theaters.
Jerusalem is a city that is not at the mercy of an introduction in any sense whatsoever. Being of unbounded cultural importance by three major religions. As a tourist destination, its temperate climate, extraordinary historic sites & museums, and a wide range of shopping and leisure options serve as the perfect ingredients. The larger part of the city, Jewish West Jerusalem, mostly comprises of the modern day sights and sounds, while the smaller East Jerusalem, which is an Arab dominated area, has its lineage of sorts back to the 19th century, with a slower paced life.
The historic sights of the city are found in the Old City, along the Eastern boundary. There is a never-ending maze of winding lanes inside walls that date back to the 16th century. The Old City is divided into quarters that are named after the four religious communities in the 19th century – Arab, Armenian, Christian and Jewish. The 3000 year old city was subject to extensive excavation and restoration, which has led to the same being home to sites like the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which is the place Jesus was crucified and laid inside his tomb.
Going and travel to Israel and to hotels in Israel is always something to remember.
