Under this category you can find my visits to different National Parks in Israel. If you are looking for a specific National Park then use the Search Form. And for additional info you can always visit Israeli Parks and Nature Authority at: http://www.parks.org.il/Pages/default.aspx
Yarkon Springs in Yarkon National Park is good for a picnic, hiking along the Yarkon River, or staying at the campground. Note: This article contains information about Yarkon Springs. If you are interested in the other Yarkon National Park compound, check out Tel Afek (Antipatris). Map Yarkon National Park is in central Israel between Petah…
Tel Lachish is associated with the Biblical city of Lachish. And in the Kingdom of Judah, Lachish was second in importance only to Jerusalem. Map Tel Lachish is located in southern Israel, about 13 km from Kiryat Gat. It is also only 10 km from Beit Guvrin National Park and about 60 km from Jerusalem….
Achziv National Park offers stunning beaches, seaside pools, a campsite, and history. Hence it is one of the most popular beaches in Israel. Note: if you want a free alternative to Achziv beach, I would suggest Shavei Tzion Beach. Map Achziv National Park is located in northern Israel on the Mediterranean shore. It is situated…
Tel Afek compound at Yarkon National Park has the Antipatris fort, an artificial lake, paddling pools, and a large picnic area. Note: This article contains information about Afek. If you are interested in the other Yarkon National Park compound, check out Yarkon Springs. Map Yarkon National Park is in central Israel between Petah Tikva and Rosh…
What does Amfi mean? What is the difference between the Roman Theater and Amphitheater? And is there an amphitheater in Caesarea? These are the questions that we will be answering in this post. Let’s begin! Amfi The word amphitheater has the prefix “Amfi,” which means “on both sides” in Ancient Greek. For example, frogs belong…
Tel Yodfat and Mount Atzmon offer lovely loop tracks through the Hellenistic city of Jotapata and the surrounding mountains. Map Tel Yodfat National Park is located near the modern Moshav Yodfat in Lower Galilee. And if you have been following my blog for a while, you will remember our previous visit to the town. On…