The rock hyrax is a medium-sized (4–5 kg) mammal native to Africa and the Middle East. Rock Hyraxes eat a wide variety of plants. And in Israel, you can mostly find them in the mountains. Note: I shot the featured image at Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. Table of Contents1 Basic Info2 What do Hyraxes Eat?3…
Nutria (Coypu) is a large (40 – 60 cm body and 30 – 45 cm tail) herbivorous rodent. Nutria originates in South America, but today you can find it in many places. The Origins of Nutria in Israel When I joined my first Safari Wagon tour in Agamon Hula almost two decades ago, the guide…
Cenacle comes from Latin, meaning dining room. According to Christian Bible, the Last Supper and other significant events occurred here. Note: Cenacle is also called the Upper Room. Table of Contents1 Map2 Directions and Parking3 Entrance Fee4 Opening Hours5 Names6 What is the Meaning of the word Cenacle?7 The Last Supper in the Bible8 Upper…
According to tradition, Dormition Abbey on Mount Zion stands where the Virgin Mary fell asleep and was taken, body and soul, to heaven. Note: I took the featured image from the roof of a nearby building. You can find Cenacle, King David’s Tomb, and the Former President’s Room in that building. Table of Contents1 Map2…
Ancient Usha was a city in Western Galilee, known as one of the sitting places of the Sanhedrin. And today we are going to visit it. Table of Contents1 Map2 Trails3 Entrance Fee4 Opening Hours5 Picnic and Barbeque6 Restrooms7 Tours8 Where is Usha Mentioned?9 Sanhedrin9.1 What did the Sanhedrin do?9.2 How many members did the…
Tzipori River flows for 32 km, and a new promenade was constructed near Ras Ali and Hermits` mill. You can hike the accessible trail or one of the other tracks. There are also places for picnics and a big pool at Ein Yivka. All of this makes the Tzipori River a popular spot. Table of…