Page 20 - Discover Israel Magazine - UKA Edition 2023

Ein Karem. Photo:Shutterstock

merging of ethnicities in Jerusalem creates a walk the neighborhood and nature will greet Luxury Shopping
unique cultural tapestry. Whether searching you as a package deal. Mamilla Mall is one of the most luxurious
for creamy hummus or the freshest fish in the shopping centers in the country, known for
market, good food is a must for Jerusalemites Enjoy the tranquility along Ma'ayan Street, its stunning design and high-end shops,
and their visitors. You can find many options where you’ll find the Ein Karem springs, and restaurants with incredible views, and
for a quick meal in a local hole-in-the- above it, a mosque. In the area is also the San pampering hotels. Home to the shops and
wall eatery, or four courses in an upscale Vincent monastery, a home for children with galleries of the world-class artist and designer
restaurant. There is also “Meorav Yerushalmi” disabilities and head injuries of all religions, Avi Luvaton, this is one of the best shopping
– a traditional Jerusalem mixed grill served in supported by the Israeli Ministry of Welfare. districts in the country to buy one-of-a-
pita bread—simple and delicious! kind jewelry, Judaica, and Jewish art. While
The Church of Yelizaveta Feodorovna, where Mamilla Mall certainly wouldn’t be out of place
The Machne Yehuda Market the nuns speak strictly in Russian, is open to in upscale districts of London or Paris, it still
A visit to Jerusalem simply requires a trip visitors during limited hours (10:30-12:00 and maintains a uniquely Jerusalem atmosphere
to Machane Yehuda Market. By day, this 14:00-16:00) except on Sundays. Admission that you simply must experience.
bustling, colorful, Middle Eastern market is is free. The Sisters of Zion Convent, another
brimming with vendors pushing their goods. point of interest along the route, is located
By night, you’ll find a vibrant nightlife scene at the end of the neighborhood street. The Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum.
Photo: Courtesy of the Israel Museum
with a variety of bars and restaurants that Other churches include the Church of John
open shop. The festive vibe in the market is the Baptist, the Greek Orthodox Church,
simply unparalleled. You’ll always find a spot the Visitation Church, and the Virgin Mary.
to eat and drink, but most importantly – the Admission is free but with limited hours.
best company among the friendly locals.
For an alternate exploration, visit the Emek
Hiking in the Jerusalem Area HaTemanim neighborhood on the slopes of
For nature and liturgical spirituality between Nahal Sorek in Ein Kerem. This quiet Yemenite
churches and monasteries, look no further neighborhood features stone houses and
than the repertoire of the hiking trails in the preserved courtyards as they were when the
picturesque Ein Kerem neighborhood. Simply Yemenites immigrated to Israel.

DISCOVER ISRAEL 20