Israel

Israel is a popular destination for those searching for diverse culture, deep history, and spiritual experiences. Within the borders of this small country you will find modern cities, ancient ruins, deserts, Mediterranean beaches, snow-capped mountains. Throughout history the area has been occupied by Canaanites, Jews, Babylonians, Persians, Byzantines, various Arab states and empires, Romans, Christian crusaders, Ottoman Turks and Palestinians.
Jerusalem is the historic and cultural heart of Israel. Religious sites include the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock and Temple Mount, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Mount Zion, and the Mount of Olives. Historic sites and museums include the Tower of David, Israel Museum, Yad Vashem holocaust memorial and the City of David.
Things to do outside of Jerusalem include: see the White City and Carmel Market in Tel Aviv; visit King Herod’s Palace at Masada National Park; take in the Baha’i Gardens at Haifa; dive coral reefs at the Red Sea; float on the Dead Sea; hike through rock formations in the Negev Desert; and get a dose of historic architecture at Caesarea.