Latrun Monastery is the only Trappist monastery in Israel, and it is located in the middle between Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem. Note: some also call it the Silent Monastery since the monks keep a vow of silence. Table of Contents1 What does Latrun mean?2 Map3 Directions4 Opening Hours5 Location6 Trappist Monastery6.1 Ottoman Era6.2 British Mandate7 Store8…
Stalactite Cave Nature Reserve (Soreq Cave, Avshalom Cave) is a spectacular cave not far from Beit Shemesh. Table of Contents1 Map2 Coupons3 Guided Tours4 Rules of Conduct5 The Discovery of the Stalactite Cave6 Inside Stalactite Cave7 Why is it Named Avshalom Cave?8 Lighting in the Cave9 What is Stalactite?10 What is the difference between a…
Jerusalem HaNeviim street day trip will visit Holy Trinity Cathedral, Italian Hospital, Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and other attractions. Let’s begin! Note: this post includes the description of our actual day trip along HaNeviim street in Jerusalem. And I hope it will give you ideas for your travels. Table of Contents1 Map2 Directions3 Jerusalem City Hall4…
Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk Hapishpeshim) has a variety of art boutiques, designer stores, second-hand places, and restaurants. Notes: Table of Contents1 Map2 Opening Hours2.1 Opening Hours During Festivals & Holidays3 When to Visit3.1 Jaffa Flea Market at Night4 Parking5 Basic Info6 Tours7 Origin Of The Name8 Restaurants and Food Stalls8.1 Abulafia Bakery8.2 Leon Bakery8.3 Tash…
Agamon Hula is a wetland habitat in northern Israel. And during each migration season, millions of birds fly over the Hula Valley. Hence, it is the perfect place for bird watching. Note: For additional info about animals and wildlife, check out Zoos and Aquariums in Israel. Note 2: There is a common mix-up between Hula Nature…
You can enjoy various activities in the vineyards near Moshav Lachish, particularly self-harvesting grapes at Tali Grapes. Table of Contents1 When is the Grapes Picking Season?2 Opening Hours3 Entrance Fee4 Map5 What are the Included Activities?6 Tali Grapes7 Self Picking Grapes7.1 At the Vineyards7.2 Raisins Package Factory7.3 Ancient Wine Press8 Summary When is the Grapes…