Israel

Israel

Author: Samantha Wilson

1st edition • JANUARY 2009
296 PAGES • 16 PAGES OF COLOUR PHOTOS • 30 MAPS
ISBN: 978 1 84162 271 2

 

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Israel is a country whose turbulent history stands alongside its rich cultural heritage and outstanding natural beauty. The spiritual centre of three world religions – Judaism, Christianity and Islam – this new Bradt guide provides in-depth detail on key religious sites of interest to pilgrims. Also included are many of Israel’s large number of archaeological remains from Crusader castles to Canaanite and Roman cities. Go scuba-diving in the seaside town of Eilat, visit the green valleys and mountains of the Golan Heights or float in the country’s famous salt lake, the Dead Sea. Plenty of practical details on culture, language, local tours, flights and visas make the Bradt guide a comprehensive and up-to-date choice for visitors to this popular destination in the Middle East. 


• Israel's culture, history,nature and geography

• Areas of religious significance, including Jerusalem, Nazareth and pilgrimage sites

• An update on the political situation and security for travellers

• Beach holidays, diving resorts and luxury spas for those looking to relax

Israel Map

Israel at a Glance

 

Capital City:
Jerusalem

 

Currency:
New Israeli Shekel (NIS)

 

Language:
Hebrew, Arabic

 

International Telephone Code:
+972

 

 

ISBN-10: 1841622710

ISBN-13: 9781841622712

 

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Table of Contents

(1) Acknowledgements

(2) Introduction

(3) Chapter 1 Background Information

(4) Chapter 2 Practical Information

(5) Chapter 3 Jerusalem

(6) Chapter 4 Tel Aviv-Jaffa

(7) Chapter 5 Mediterranean Coast

(8) Chapter 6 Lower Galilee

(9) Chapter 7 Upper Galilee

(10) Chapter 8 Golan Heights

(11) Chapter 9 Negev Desert

(12) Chapter 10 Dead Sea and Judean Desert

(13) Chapter 11 Arava Desert

(14) Appendix I Language

(15) Index

Samantha Wilson

About the Author

After completing a degree in archaeology at Exeter University, Samantha Wilson set off to explore the globe. While travelling she met her Israeli partner and made the move to Tel Aviv in 2004. Her passion for travel and history has led her to explore Israel and its neighbours to the fullest.

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