According to tradition, Jesus prayed and was arrested the night before his crucifixion in the Garden of Gethsemane. Note: In that olive garden, Jesus also underwent agony in the garden. Map The Garden of Gethsemane is situated at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. It is located east of the Old City,…
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. Map The Cenacle is situated on Mount Zion in Jerusalem. It is located to the South of the Old City, and a short walk from Zion Gate…
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. Map Ancient Usha is located near Kiryat Ata and Shefaram, specifically, by road #70 and Somekh Interchange. The easiest way to reach this spot is by entering “Ancient Usha”…
Rosh HaAyin Forest has hiking trails, including the Wildflowers Trail and Even HaEzer Hill track. Also, there are picnic areas and viewpoints. Map Rosh HaAyin Forest is located in Rosh HaAyin, near the Rosh HaAyin east interchange on road #5. And here is a map of Rosh HaAyin Forest (photo of the KKL sign): Note:…
Ayalon-Canada Park near Latrun has hiking tracks, cycling trails, places for a picnic, viewpoints, and ruins from various periods. Map Ayalon-Canada Park is near the Latrun interchange between roads #1 and #3. And here is a map by KKL of Ayalon-Canada Park: Note: you can click on the map to enlarge it. Trails The water…
When driving to northern Israel, most people are looking for a place for a break. And here is a list of attractions on the way. Northern Israel is a broad definition, and you might be driving to Beit Shean, Sea of Galilee, or Kiryat Shmona. Thus, I will list all places north of Netanya and…