Travelntour: Israel- A Hot Tourist Destination



Israel is an ancient country and is revered by all the three Abrahmic religions. Israel offers a number of interesting and historical sites which also have religious significance. In addition to these Israel also has a number of museums, excellent beaches, and heritage sites. Tourists from all over the world flock to the holy land. The highest numbers of tourists come from US, Russia, Germany, France and the UK. Some of the well known travel and tour places include Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Nazareth, Beersheba etc.

Jerusalem

One of the most ancient cities in Israel and also of the world, it is revered in all the three Abrahmic religions- Islam, Christianity and Judaism. It is one of the most visited sites in Israel and annually attracts more than 2 million visitors. The city has been communally divided into four locations-Armenian, Jewish, Muslim and Christian quarters. Some of the best known destinations in Jerusalem include Temple Mount, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Dome of the Rock, Tomb of Absalom, Mount of Olives, Church of Maria Magdalene, Golgotha which is the site of crucification of Jesus and many more. The list is almost endless and it is said that every rock and grain of sand in Jerusalem has some historical significance.

Tel Aviv

It is the capital of Israel and is a modern bustling metropolis and has a population of more than 3 million. It has been included as one of the ten best beach cities of the world by National Geographic Channel. Close to the city is another famous tourist destination- Jaffa.

Safed

The city is famous for its artisans. It is believed that the holy Book Talmud and the Kabbalah was conceived here. The place is much revered in Jewish religion.

Acre

It boasts the Shrine of Bah