Caesarea Philippi was a Roman city by Mount Hermon. And since Jesus visited it, it has become an important Christian pilgrimage destination. Note: Philip the Tetrarch, Herod’s son, founded Caesarea Philippi. Map The remains of Caesarea Philippi are part of Banias (Hermon Stream Nature Reserve). And Banias Nature Reserve is located at the Golan Heights,…
Meshek Ofaimme, for sustainable agriculture, has a farm in Arava, stores, and coffee shops. And you can buy and taste their sustainable, organic, fair trade, and animal-friendly produce. Branches Here is a table with all the branches: Name Address Opening Hours Phone Menu The Pen – The Bar at Hansen Gdalyahu Alon Street 14, Jerusalem…
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,…
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. Basic Info The rock hyrax (Procavia capensis), also called…
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. 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…