Archive for December 2018
Jerusalem: The Eternal Jewish Capital
Featuring Danny Ayalon, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Israeli Ambassador to the US, this animated video (04:00) presents the historical, religious, cultural and physical connection of the Jews to Jerusalem from biblical to
Zionism in Animation: A Concise History of Jerusalem
Part of The Jewish Story In Animation, a Zionist educational initiative, this animated video (01:45) presents a concise summary of the history of Jerusalem from biblical times through the reunification of the city in 1967. With
Celebrating 3500 years of Jewish History in Jerusalem
Modeled after a Facebook-generated video, this creative video (01:36) celebrates the Jewish presence in Jerusalem from biblical to modern times, highlighting significant political and religious events from a Jewish perspective. Created in 2017 in
The Contributions of Different Populations to Jerusalem Throughout History
Produced by Emek Shaveh, this animated video (02:38) briefly summarizes the history of Jerusalem from prehistoric to modern times, focusing on the cultural and industrial contributions of each of the populations who lived
An Animated History of Jerusalem: 4000 Years in 5 Minutes
Produced by the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs, an independent research institute specializing in public diplomacy and foreign policy, this comprehensive video (05:15) summarizes the long and tumultuous history of Jerusalem from biblical through
Interactive Israel Tourism Map
This interactive map divides Israel into 19 regions, each of which can be zoomed in on to display major attractions, holy sites, national parks, wildlife and more. By clicking on the blue “S” icons beside
Upcoming Events & Attractions in Israel
This post provides four different resources to find upcoming cultural events and attractions throughout the country, including festivals, concerts, lectures, comedy shows, art exhibits and more. With the option to filter by city,
Where To Eat Shabbat Meals in Israel
This post offers information about how you can get set up for Shabbat meals in different locations throughout Israel. Please note that some are free events at private homes or public centers, while
Transportation in Israel
This article by Israeli tour guide, Oren Cahanovitc, explains everything you need to know to get around Israel by car or public transportation. He provides links and basic information regarding car rentals, trains, buses, and moniyot
Top 5 Foods You Have to Try in Israel
Written by Ashley of iGoogledIsrael, an online travel guide, restaurant reviewer and events calendar, this article provides a guide to the top five Israeli dishes – falafel, hummus, shwarma, jachnun, and shakshooka – including the origins