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Jazz Globus 2009
More than 120 musicians and 22 ensembles from Israel and overseas participating in the festival's seven concerts
Get more details on the festival here
The Jerusalem International Oud Festival Celebrates a Decade
performances taking place in Jerusalem from 12-26 November and in Nazareth from 24-27 November.
Read more about the performers and music styles here
Guitar Gems 2009
4th International Classical Guitar Festival and Competition, will take place this year in Netanya from 25-29 October 2009.
Read more to get details about the festival here
Winner Announced in Tel Aviv @ 100 Photo Contest
The Israel Government Tourist Office – Midwest Region has chosen a winner for the Happy Birthday Tel Aviv @ 100 Photo Contest, which ran from April 29th through September 30th, 2009. The winner is Mrs. Lori Pachefsky of Slinger.
Read more about the contest, the photo and the winner here
The 2009 International Tel Aviv Dance Festival
Will take place for the third consecutive year in the city from 16 October – 13 November 2009. The city of Tel Aviv, now at the end of the centennial year celebrations, is renowned for its rich cultural scene, especially in the world of dance.
Read more about the events here
The 11th Yoav Yehuda Wine Festival
During 16-30 October, with a full program of events and tastings in the area’s 27 wineries, including the main event at Ein Hemed National Park, just outside Jerusalem, on Thursday and Friday, 29 and 30 October 2009.
Read more about the festival here
Largest-Ever Collection of Coins From Bar-Kokhba Revolt Found by Cave Researchers in Judean Hills
The largest cache of rare coins ever found in a scientific excavation from the period of the Bar-Kokhba revolt of the Jews against the Romans has been discovered in a cave by researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Bar-Ilan University.
Read more about the coins here
Second Temple Period Stepped Street Discovered in City of David Excavation
This section of the stepped street was discovered at a distance of 550 meters south of the Temple Mount.
Read more about the discovery here
It’s Time to Celebrate!
Four-Night City Breaks Timed to Coincide with Tel Aviv-Jaffa’s Centennial Party 17th October 2009. Offering attractive four night city breaks for tourists wishing to enjoy the party of the century – Tel Aviv-Jaffa’s Centennial Party which will take place on Saturday, 17th October 2009 on the banks of the Yarkon River, near the Tel Aviv Port.
Read more about the celebration extravaganza here
One of the Oldest Synagogues in the World Exposed At Migdal, Near the Sea of Galilee
A synagogue from the Second Temple period (50 BCE-100 CE) was exposed in archaeological excavations the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) is conducting at a site slated for the construction of a hotel on Migdal beach.
Read more about the new excavation here
Rare Illuminated 14th Century Hebrew Manuscript on First-Time Display At the Shrine of the Book, Israel Museum
A new exhibition entitled The Nuremberg Mahzor: A Medieval Masterpiece Unveiled will open 15 September 2009 at the Shrine of the Book, Israel Museum, Jerusalem, showcasing the Nuremberg Mahzor, one of the most complete illuminated Hebrew prayer books and among the largest surviving medieval codices in the world.
Read more about the display here
Tel Aviv-Jaffa’s First International Art Biennial and a Flower Carpet in Rabin Square
The Tel Aviv-Jaffa Art Biennial ARTLV09 will take place in Tel Aviv – Jaffa from 10-24 September, the central event of the September centennial celebrations dedicated to art.
Read more about the Biennial here
Tourism Destination Development and Branding Conference
The conference and its rich program include two days of sessions presenting new research results by tourism scholars from more than 12 countries, and two days of professional field trips either in Israel or in the countries neighboring to Eilat.
Read more about the conference here
Migrate to Eilat This Spring!
Hundreds of birdwatchers from all over the world are expected to flock, once again, to Israel's southernmost resort for the 4th Eilat Spring Migration Festival, which will take place 18-25 March 2010.
Read more about the Spring Migration Festival here
The 36th Abu Gosh music festival
Held this fall from 6-10 October 2009 during the holiday of Succoth, will host the Stuttgart Chamber Choir and conductor Maestro Frieder Bernius in two concerts, as well as another 16 original productions, to be held in four venues in the picturesque village near Jerusalem.
Read more about the festival here
1,800-Year-Old Roman Building Discovered In the City Of David
The building was exposed this month during excavations at the walls around Jerusalem National Park in the City of David.
Read more about the excavation here
Walls Around Jerusalem National Park
A spacious 1800 year old edifice from the Roman period – apparently a mansion that belonged to a wealthy individual – was recently exposed in the ongoing Israel Antiquities Authority excavations at the Walls Around Jerusalem National Park in the City of David.
Read more about the excavations here
Handel’s Oratorio Saul to be performed in Israel.
The German choir and orchestra Laudamus Te (We praise you), will visit Israel in September for three performances of the Oratorio Saul on the 250th anniversary of the death of composer George Fridiric Handel 250 years ago.
Read more about the performances here
We’re here for the beer!
The 5th annual Jerusalem Beer Festival will take place this year on 26-27 August in Independence Park from 18:00 to midnight.
Read more about the Beer Festival here
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Celebrates 40 years with Zubin Mehta as Music Director
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra will celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Maestro Zubin Mehta as its Music Director, with a range of special concerts and events in his honor.
Read more about the Philharmonic here
Autumn nights in Jerusalem's old city
Theatrical tours; food festival and entertainment, Mondays and Thursdays in September and October
Read more about the festival here
The 18th International festival of Puppet Theater
As part of the Summer Events in Jerusalem, the 18th International festival of Puppet will feature Israeli Productions and European Creations in the field of Puppets.
Read more about the Puppet Theater festival here
Beat the heat this summer in Israel with night-time tourist attractions
She'an Nights, Night Spectacular at the Tower of David museum, guided tours at night of Nimrod’s Castle, the Soreq Cave in the Judean Hills and the Apollonia National Park offer many summer opportunities.
Read more here
Voice of Music in the Upper Galilee Chamber Music Festival
23 July 2009: This year’s festival program includes five of the most loved piano quintets as well as five celebrated string quartets.
Read more about the Festival here
Vote for the Dead Sea in the Finals of the New 7 Wonders of Nature Competition!
22 July 2009: The Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth and one of Israel’s most popular tourist sites, is one of the 28 finalists in the New 7 Wonders of Nature
Read more about the competition and vote for the Dead Sea here
Travel & Leisure Magazine Readers Award
Jerusalem among the top cities in the world - beats London, Paris and Barcelona
Read more about the readers award here
People of the World Inscribe the Bible
The Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem has recently opened to the public a display of People of the World Inscribe the Bible, a unique project initiated by the Bible Valley Society together with the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Read more about the Bible Lands Museum here
Low Cost Airlines Announce New Routes to Israel
The cost of flying between Israel and Europe is going down with the recent announcements by two low-cost airlines of new routes to Tel Aviv.
Read more about the new routes and airlines
The International Arts and Crafts Fair
Among the many special events taking place in Jerusalem this summer is the International Arts and Crafts Fair, a tradition of more than thirty years' standing and the largest and most popular festival for tens of thousands of tourists, which will take place from 3-15 August.
Read more about the fair here
The Lowest Place On Earth Moves Up In The New 7 Wonders Of Nature Competition
The Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth and one of Israel’s most popular tourist sites, is one of the 77 nominees for the shortlist in an international competition to grade the seven natural
wonders of the world (www.new7wonders.com)
Read more about The Dead Sea Moves Up In The New 7 Wonders Of Nature Competition here
The Bible & Love Festival
Opens on Tu B’Av known as the Jewish night of love, will take place from 4-8 August at the Beit Guvrin National Park. The outstanding Roman Amphitheater and the area’s many caves, with their sharp acoustic qualities, make for a most unusual concert venue.
Read more about the Bible & Love Festival here
Dinner in the Sky
The international Dinner in the Sky offering guests the opportunity to enjoy a kosher gourmet meal, suspended 50 meters in the air with breathtaking views of the City of David, the ancient walls of Jaffa, Caesrea or any othe venue of their choice.
Read more about the unique experience here
Jerusalem Film Festival
The 26th Jerusalem International Film Festival will take place from 9-18 July with over 150 films from 45 countries.
Read more about the film festival here
Caesarea Nights 2009
Magical cinema evenings at the Caesarea Harbor - will take place once again this July, with the screening of three popular musicals.
Read more about Caesarea Nights here
The 23rd Red Sea International Jazz Festival
11 international bands, 11 Israeli bands and All-night jam sessions: Eilat, 23-26 august 2009.
Read more about the Jazz Festival here
The 18th Maccabiah Games, 13-23 July 2009
28 June, 2009: 5,300 Jewish athletes from 64 countries will join 2,000 Israeli athletes in the largest ever Maccabiah games.
Read more about the Maccabiah here
Summer nights in the Alrov Mamilla Avenue
24 June, 2009: Every Thursday evening in July and august - Jugglers, street artistes, arts and crafts fair, live music, and more. Free admission!
Read more about the happenings here
The Museum of The Good Samaritan Opens In Judean Desert
June 26, 2009: The Museum of the Good Samaritan, one of the world's largest mosaic museums, opened to the public this month in the Judean Desert near Jerusalem.
Read more about the museum here
Keshet Eilon 19th International Violin Mastercourse
The 19th International Violin Mastercourse will take place at the Keshet Eilon Music Center in Kibbutz Eilon in the Western Galilee. The events, which are open to the public at no cost with the exception of the formal concerts.
Read more about the Mastercourse here
The Largest Underground Quarry in Israel Dating Back 2000 Years
23 June, 2009: An artificial underground cave, the largest in Israel at 100 meters long, 40 meters wide and 3 meters high, has been exposed in the Jordan Valley.
Read more about the discovery here
Summer Events and Activities at the Israel Museum, Jerusalem
Once again, the Israel Museum in Jerusalem will host special events, concerts and activities for tourists and locals alike during July and August.
Read more about the the summer at the Museum here
A cool competition!
18 June, 2009: The new Canada Center in Metulla and the Ice Hockey Federation of Israel will be hosting the Jewish Ice Hockey Championships 5-15 July 2009, and Jewish teams from 6 countries will be competing – USA, Canada, France, Russia, United Kingdom and Israel.
Read more about the championships here
One of Israel's Largest and Most Impressive Mosaics to Be Uncovered
17 June, 2009: Thirteen years after one of the most beautiful mosaics ever to be seen in the country was covered over, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), in cooperation with the municipality of Lod and its residents, is beginning an archaeological excavation that will re-expose the mosaic, once and for all.
Read more about the mosaic here
Excavations Reveal Aqueduct That Brought Water To The Temple Mount And Sultan's Pool
16 June, 2009: The Israel Antiquities Authority uncovered the main aqueduct that conveyed water to the Temple Mount and also served as the principal water supply to the Sultan’s Pool, during an excavation carried out prior to the construction of the Montefiore Museum in Mishkenot Sha’ananim.
Read more about the excavations here
Gush Fridays
The Gush Fridays festival on 19 and 26 June and 3 July. The main event, the Gush Etzion Cherry Festival will take place in Kibbutz Rosh Tzurim with cherry, raspberry and berry picking, cooking presentation with chef, workshops, tractor rides, farmers' market, creative corner for kids, performances and activities for the whole family.
Read more about the activities here
5th Annual Jazz Festival at Caesarea Harbor, June 18-20
New York, June 11, 2009: Travelers to Israel this summer can experience three days of classical and contemporary jazz music at the 5th Annual Jazz Festival at Caesarea Harbor.
Read more about the Jazz Festival here
Blue
As part of Tel-Aviv-Jaffa's centennial celebrations, the Blue Festival will open on June 18 at various locations in Jaffa, 18-19 June.
Read more about the Blue Festival here
This Summer at the Tower of David Museum
June 9, 2009: A new temporary exhibition entitled Caricatures in Jerusalem and presented in cooperation with the Israeli Cartoon Museum Holon, opens July 1st.
Read more about the exhibition here
Night Time Park
Caesarea is joining the countrywide trend and will be holding a night time bazaar during the summer months.
The event will be accompanied by live music until late at night, coffee and beer.
Read more about the bazaar here
Jerusalem Festival of Lights 2009
Jerusalem Festival of Lights, a huge and impressive artistic event, the first of its kind in Israel, will take place on June 10 – 16, 2009.
It is a spectacular feast for the senses of art and lights, the lighting of architectonic assets, installations and art displays; street galleries; museum-like displays; different street shows; light sculptures and more - promising unforgettable magical moments!
Read more about Jerusalem Festival of lights here
The great desert dance event is back!
The Isrotel Phaza Morgana festival, which will take place at Timna Park in October, will include a one-time performance by two of Israel's greatest dance choreographers: Ohad Naharin and Sharon Eyal.
Read more about the desert dance here
Madonna, Leonard Cohen and Pet Shop Boys to perform in Israel this summer
June 1, 2009: The song-and-dance spectacular in the 66,000 capacity venue includes a troupe of l7 dancers, a specially built stage, hundreds of costumes and cutting edge visual technology.
Read more about the pop stars performances here
Tel Aviv's White Night Festival Celebrates Classic City with Modern Twist
New York - May 28, 2009: Tel Aviv's Annual White Night Festival turned the city back in time last night with music, exhibitions and costumes from the era of the modern city's foundation on the Mediterranean in 1909.
Read more about the festival here
Tel-Aviv's Beach at Central Park
On Sunday June 21, Manhattan's Central Park Mall and the Naumberg Bandshell will be transformed into the Mediterranean beaches of the city of Tel Aviv.
Read more about the event here
Ancient Jar Handle Uncovered in Ras El-Amud
The Jar Handle uncovered including an inscription in ancient Hebrew script that mentions the name Menachem.
Read more about the unique discovery here
A First Temple-era Discovery
A First Temple-era Bone Seal Engraved with the Name Shaul Discovered in the Excavations in the Walls around Jerusalem National Park in the City of David.
Read more about the Engraved Bone Seal here
Israel Festival 2009
Once again, the Israel Festival will offer tourists and locals alike the opportunity to enjoy more than 80 performances by hundreds of artists from all over the world.
Read more about the Festival here
A Rare 2,000 Year Old Hebrew Document Written on Papyrus
A document thought to be an ancient text written on papyrus was seized in an operation led by the Intelligence Office of the Zion Region and the Undercover Unit of the Border Police in Jerusalem.
Read more about the new discovery here
Jazz Festival at the Caesarea Harbor
Three nights of good old classical jazz, encompassing the traditional rhythms of New Orleans, Dixieland, and hot swing.
Read more about the Jazz Festival here
Darwin Now - 200 year anniversary
Darwin Now is the British Council’s contribution to the international celebration of the 200 year anniversary of Darwin’s birth and the 150 year anniversary of the publication of On the Origin of Species.
Read more about the exhibition here
A new archaeological garden at the Israel Knesset opens
An archaeological garden dubbed “Peace be within thy Palaces – Jerusalem Antiquities at the Israel Knesset” was recently opened at the Israel Knesset.
Read more about the garden here
Tel-Aviv centennial celebrations
6 May 2009: Daniel Barenboim conducts Milan's la Scala opera house in two memorable operas: Verdi's requiem, Hayarkon park, 16.7.09 Verdi's Aida, Tel-Aviv performing arts center, 14-22.7.09
Read more about the productions here
The 17th International Harp Contest in Israel 6 – 20 October, 2009
Contestants from 18 countries will participate in the 17th International Harp Contest in Israel to take place in four stages in Tel – Aviv - Yafo and Jerusalem, from 6th to the 20th October, 2009.
Read more about 18th International the Harp Contest here
4,000-Year-Old Abraham's Gate Reopened At Tel Dan Nature Reserve
New York - April 22, 2009: The 4,000-year-old Abraham's Gate reopened to the public last month at the Tel Dan Nature Reserve.
Read more about Abraham's Gate here
Never Looked Better
Opening on November 27th, 2008, the exhibit includes the work of contemporary artists responding to the photo collection of legendary photographers Leni and Herbert Sonnenfeld. Along with the new exhibit, the Sonnenfeld's original photographs will be available for viewing at the museum as well.
Read more about the new exhibition here
Jerusalem's Light Festival Illuminates Old City Sites
New York - April 15, 2009: Beginning June 10th and lasting through the 16th, Jerusalem's Light Festival will transform buildings and holy sites around the Old City into a vibrant display of light-inspired artworks.
Read more about the festival
The Sixth Annual Pope John Paul II Pilgrimage Peace Marathon
Getting ready for the Papal visit: Three weeks before the arrival of Pope Benedict XVI in Israel, the sixth annual Pope John Paul II Pilgrimage Peace Marathon will take place on Thursday, 23-April-2009.
Read more about the Pilgrimage Peace Marathon here
Nabucco at Masada
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Israeli Opera, the company will present an opera weekend at the Dead Sea area, highlighted by a production of Nabucco, Giuseppe Verdi's Jewish opera, at the footsteps of Mt. Masada, one of the major symbols of the heroism and survival of the Jewish people.
Read more about Nabucco at Masada here
Pilgrims' Route Receives Makeover for Arrival of Pope Benedict XVI
April 2, 2009: In preparation for Pope Benedict XVI's visit to Israel this May, the picturesque 40-mile 'Pilgrim's Route' has been revamped, complete with brand-new trails and signs to help guide travelers along the path Jesus walked more than 2,000 years ago. Read more about the the Pilgrims' Route here
Western Wall Receives Spring Cleaning
April 1, 2009: With masses of travelers expected to arrive in Israel for the upcoming Passover and Easter holidays, municipal authorities at the Western Wall have begun cleaning the holy site.
Read more about the Spring Cleaning here
Echoes of Egypt: a new exhibition opens Bible lands museum, Jerusalem
In commemoration of the thirtieth anniversary of the Israel-Egypt Peace Agreement (signed on March 26, 1979), the Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem recently opened a new exhibition, Echoes of Egypt - the first exhibition of its kind to be displayed in Israel.
Read more about the new exhibition here
ISOCO annual conference to be held in Tel Aviv
19 March, 2009: Israel is honored to be hosting the 34th Annual Conference of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) in Tel Aviv on June 8-11, 2009
Read more about ISOCO 2009 annual conference here
Tel Aviv Launches Year-Long Program of Centennial Festivals and Events
New York - March 31, 2009: Founded in 1909 as a suburb of Jaffa, the modern city of Tel Aviv will celebrate its centennial this year with a year-long schedule of festivals, concerts, exhibitions and performances.
Click here to see what is included in the celebrations
The Ministry Of Tourism Will Launch a Dedicated Mini-Website in Honor of the Pope's Visit to the Holy Land
Within the framework of its activities to encourage pilgrimages and Christian travel to Israel, the Ministry of Tourism will launch a dedicated website in honor of the May 2009 visit to the Holy Land by Pope Benedict XVI.
Read more about the mini-site here
The Israeli Opera Presents a Revival of Franco Zeffirelli's Opulent Production of Puccini's La Boheme
15 March, 2009: 14 performances at the Opera House of the Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center, March 20 to April 5, 2009.
Read more about the performances here
Tourists Flock to Israel for Spring Migration Festivals
11 March, 2009: The only land bridge connecting Europe, Asia and Africa, Israel stands as one of the world's prime outposts for observing the spring migration of birds.
Read more about the spring migration here
Getting Ready for the Pope's Visit
4 March, 2009: The Tourism Ministry Held the First Conference in Preparation for the Upcoming Visit of the Pope to Israel with Representatives of the Tourism Industry.
Read more about the Pope's visit to Israel here
Walk in the footsteps of Jesus - A 65 km marked trail from Nazareth to Capernaum
5 March, 2009: In advance of the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Israel in May, the Ministry of Tourism is placing signage along the picturesque, 65 kilometer Jesus Trail.
Read more about the trail
Tel Aviv-Jaffa Celebrates Its Centennial with a Year Long Program of Festivals, Events and Happenings
26 February, 2009: Tourists planning to visit Tel Aviv-Jaffa this year are in for a special treat as the city pulls out all the stops to celebrate its centennial anniversary with an interesting and varied selection of special events.
Read more about the Centennial events
Get In Training
The 33rd International Tiberias Marathon – the world's lowest marathon at 200 meters below sea level – will take place on 7 January 2010 at the Sea of Galilee.
Read more about the Tiberias Marathon here
The First Tel Aviv International Theater Festival and Contempo
11 February 2009: Within the framework of Tel Aviv's centennial celebrations which officially open in April 2009, the Cameri Theater of Tel Aviv will host the city's first International Theater Festival.
Read more about the Cameri festivals here
Two Nature Festivals in Israel this March
3 February 2009: The Israel Ornithological Center of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel and the Israel Ornithological Center and the International Birding and Research Center Eilat are organizing 2 wonderful festivals.
Read more about the Nature festivals here
Another Fascinating Find At the City Of David Archeological Excavations
27 January 2009: Ongoing archeological excavations at the Givati car park in the City of David in the Walls around Jerusalem National Park, have unearthed many treasures, including this week's finding – an 1800 year old marble figurine.
Read more about the excavations
Israman and Ein Gedi Half Marathon
21 January 2009: Amateur sportsmen and women looking for a challenge are participating in two important sports events in the south of Israel this February.
Read more about the Half Marathon
Around the World in 1 Booth
Jerusalem, 14 December 2008: Dozens of countries and Israeli tourism organizations will participate in IMTM 2009, the international tourism fair to be held on February 11-12 in the Tel Aviv Exhibition Grounds.
Read more about the IMTM 2009
The Red Sea International Music Festival in Eilat
Jerusalem, 7 January 2009: Israel's southernmost resort, offers tourists and music lovers a double billing this winter, with two major music festivals taking place during the last week in February.
Read more about the Festival here
Hundreds Of Gold Coins Uncovered At Dig Near The City Of David In The Walls Around Jerusalem National Park
Jerusalem, 22 December, 2008: 264 gold coins were uncovered by the Israel Antiquities Authority earlier this week near the City of David, in the Walls Around Jerusalem National Park. The hoard was found during ongoing excavations at the site, amid the ruins of a large building that dates to about the seventh century CE.
Read More about the uncoverd gold coins
Surge In Russian Tourism To Israel Inspires New Dead Sea Resort
New York, December 4, 2008: In 2008, more Russian tourists arrived in Israel than ever before, and in response to the dramatic increase, the Moscow Municipality-owned company Sun Dream has announced plans to open a luxury resort on the southern shores of the Dead Sea.
Read more about the New Dead Sea Resort
New Hebrew University Excavations at Herodium Strengthen Identification of Herod’s Grave
Jerusalem, 30 November, 2008: Ongoing excavation at the Judean Desert hilltop known as Herodion has recently uncovered two additional sarcophagi which likely belonged to members of Herod's family.
Read more about the Excavations at Herodium
Epson Red Sea 2008 World of Underwater Images Competition
Israeli Noam Kortler won the top prize in the annual Epson Red Sea 2008 World of Underwater Images competition, held earlier this month in Eilat on the Red Sea.
Read more about the Epson Red Sea 2008
Earliest Known Hebrew Text Discovered In The Area Where David Slew Goliath
The earliest known Hebrew text written in a Proto-Canaanite script has been discovered by Hebrew University archaeologists.
Read more about the newly discovered text
20 Million NIS To Be Invested In Promoting The Cycling Tourism Industry Over The Next 2 Years
October 29, 2008: The Israeli government will invest NIS 20m over the next two years in promoting the cycling tourism industry.
Read more about the plan to promote Cycling tourism
Fragment of second temple period sarcophagus with inscription unearthed in excavations
October 12, 2008: A fragment of a sarcophagus cover, engraved with square Hebrew script characteristic of the Second Temple period and bearing a carved inscription that reads: “…Ben HaCohen HaGadol…” (son of the High Priest)
Read more about the excavations
Rare Historical Documents on Display at the Israel Museum
October 15, 2008: In collaboration with Israel's State Archives and in celebration of Israel's 60th anniversary, a new exhibition entitled Blue and White Pages: Documenting the History of Israel opens this week at the Israel Museum.
Read more about the Blue and White Pages
Ilan Ramon's Columbia Diary And Other Original Historical Documents On Display For The First Time In New Exhibition At Israel Museum (10.8.08 – 7.2.09)
In collaboration with Israel’s State Archives and in celebration of Israel’s 60th anniversary, a new exhibition entitled Blue and White Pages: Documenting the History of Israel opens 10 October 2008 at the Israel Museum, displaying approximately 100 original documents from the history of the people and State of Israel, the majority in first-time public display.
Read more about the new exhibition at Israel Museum
New Route in Israel Enables Travelers to Walk In the Footsteps of Jesus
September 22, 2008: Israel has inaugurated the new 'Pilgrim's Route,' a trail enabling travelers to hike to its Christian holy places.
Read more about the New Pilgrim's Route
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