The Templars Tunnel is an underground passage connecting the fortress and the port. It was rediscovered in 1994 due to clogged sewage. Note: for a city guide that includes all relevant information and attractions, see Acre. Table of Contents1 Map2 History3 The Tunnel4 Summary Map Old Acre is the old part of the modern city of Acre….
Al-Jazzar Mosque (the White Mosque) is the largest mosque in Israel outside of Jerusalem. It holds a sacred relic – hair from the beard of Prophet Mohammed. Note: if you are looking for a city guide with all relevant information and attractions, see Acre. Table of Contents1 Basic Info – Al-Jazzar Mosque2 Names3 Map4 Opening…
Hospitaller Fortress (Knights` Halls) was the Order’s headquarters during the Second Crusader Kingdom. And it is a must-visit in Akko. Note: if you are looking for a city guide of Acre that includes all relevant information and things to do, check out Acre. Table of Contents1 Names2 Map3 Movie4 The Enchanted Garden5 Short History6 The…
Safed (Tzfat) is one of the four holy cities. Moreover, it is the highest city in Israel and is located in the northern region. Table of Contents1 Map1.1 Directions1.2 Parking2 What does Safed mean?3 What will this guide cover?4 Weather5 When Not To Visit Safed?6 Tours7 Saraya8 Davidka Square9 The City Police Station10 Safed Synagogues10.1…
The Strawberry and Flower is a self-picking farm at Ramot HaShavim. And this guide will take you through our latest visit. Note: for a complete guide about strawberries, see Picking Strawberries – When, Where, and Comparison of Places. Update: we visited Strawberry and Flower in March 2022. And there are no flowers and no other…
Tel Yodfat and Mount Atzmon offer lovely loop tracks through the Hellenistic city of Jotapata and the surrounding mountains. Table of Contents1 Map2 Tracks3 Directions4 Opening Hours5 Entrance Fee6 When to Visit Tel Yodfat National Park?7 Basic Info8 History8.1 Jotapata8.2 Classic era8.3 Modern times9 Flavius Josephus – Yosef ben Matityahu10 Siege of Jotapata10.1 Preparations for…