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The Tower of David Museum in Jerusalem.
Photo: Noam Chen
modern architecture. Tel Aviv has a dynamic
mix of international chain hotels and small
chic boutique properties, with new spots
opening year-round. This past year, the Setai
Tel Aviv, The Jaffa and The Jacob Samuel
have opened their doors to much acclaim!
And last but not least, the pulsating city also
offers a wide variety of cultural events and
entertainment for all ages.
Let’s move on to the Eternal City, where a
glorious history is intertwined with modern
and dynamic life. Jerusalem is home to
innumerable fascinating historic sites,
magical alleyways, fragrant and colourful
souks (outdoor markets), holy shrines and
breathtaking views at sunset. No other place
offers as many attractions and emotionally
inspiring sites in a single square kilometre.
In the Old City, you'll find archaeological
treasures that are thousands of years old,
alongside contemporary art and some
delectable delights. Visit the Western Wall
and discover its underground tunnels; follow
in the footsteps of Jesus down the Via
Dolorosa and the 14 Stations of the Cross;
and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Lose your way in quaint alleyways, with
numerous stalls offering a staggering variety
of souvenirs, clothing, foods and juices of all
kinds, Armenian ceramics, drums and other
musical instruments, earthenware jugs and
much more.
as "outstanding" in the Best Markets and exciting markets, from the down-to-earth Outside the city walls, do not miss the
Shops category. Oh, and are you a coffee Carmel Market to the trendy Sarona Market; Machane Yehuda Market, a culinary and
aficionado? Then you’ll be thrilled to hear that world-class restaurants and street cafes, anthropological experience in and of itself.
Huffington Post crowned this hip seaside city museums and galleries, bars and nightclubs. And we haven’t even mentioned the Israel
as one of the world's best cities for coffee The city radiates vitality 24 hours a day, and Museum, the Shrine of the Book or David's
lovers. And that’s not all, because according embraces everyone with open arms. With Tower. There is simply too much to see and
to Lonely Planet, Tel Aviv is high on the list great weather virtually all year round, no do. When it comes to resting your head, a
of the world's top party cities and was also matter when you visit you will most probably choice of luxury properties, including the
recently crowned the top LGBT Destination of be able to enjoy the beach, take a stroll or Orient Jerusalem and The Mamilla await you,
2018 at The British LGBT Awards. bike ride through Yarkon Park, pay a visit to alongside newer boutique offerings such as
the city's revitalised port area or simply enjoy Villa Brown Jerusalem.
Tel Aviv is an eternally happy city, with a wandering your way through streets filled
spectacular promenade and 13 beaches with a fascinating combination of historic So where else can you have fun in the sun,
spread out over 14 kilometres; colourful and Bauhaus buildings alongside new and ultra- experience a world-class culture scene, and a
trip through ages of human history as part of a
once-in-a-lifetime vacation? Only in Israel.
Tel Aviv nightlife. Mamilla Pedestrian Mall.
Photo: Dana Friedlander Photo: Noam Chen
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