Israel

Israel contains places of major historical and religious significance to Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

Country

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In this guide

Why go

Capital: Jerusalem

Currency: Israeli New Shekel (ILS)

Languages: Hebrew & Arabic

Best time: Mar–May & Sep–Nov

Weather: Mediterranean along the coast; arid in the south

Top attractions: Jerusalem • Tel Aviv • Dead Sea • Galilee • Haifa • Masada

Nature: Dead Sea • Mediterranean coast • Negev Desert • Sea of Galilee • nature reserves

Quick fact: Israel contains places of major historical and religious significance to Judaism, Christianity and Islam.