Jaffa is a lively area and one of the main attractions in Tel Aviv. Also known as Yafo or Joppa, it’s an ancient port city that was annexed by Tel Aviv on April 24, 1950.
We were very much looking forward to exploring Acre on our guided day trip of northern Israel. Unfortunately, the tour was terribly organized and we didn’t get to see it properly.
The grottoes at Rosh Hanikra are one of the most spectacular natural sites in Israel. They’re located at the northwest corner of the country on the border with Lebanon.
With all the interesting historic and cultural sites in Haifa, we were hoping our “tour” of the city would include more than just a scenic overlook. Unfortunately, that’s all we got.
Caesarea National Park encompasses an ancient city on the eastern Mediterranean coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town of Caesarea, Israel.
The Jewish Quarter makes up the southeast quadrant of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old City of Jerusalem. It’s home to a number of synagogues and museums.
The Temple Mount, or the Noble Sanctuary, contains the holiest place in Judaism and third holiest in Islam. It’s located in the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old City of Jerusalem and is arguably the most hotly contested piece of land in the world.
The Ramparts Walk is a great way to experience the UNESCO World Heritage listed Walls of Jerusalem. It takes you atop the historic walls that surround the Old City.
Jaffa Road is one of the oldest and most important streets in Jerusalem. It sits outside the Old City, running from the west end of the modern city to the walls of the Old City.
The Armenian Quarter is the smallest quarter of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old City of Jerusalem. It makes up the southwest quadrant of the Old City.