Tourism

Tel Aviv Through a Gay Painter’s Eyes

Tel Aviv Through a Gay Painter’s Eyes

This video presents a slideshow of Rafi Perez’s paintings, which use vibrant colors and naive images to depict the “golden age of the gay community” in Tel Aviv. This article from the Israel

Why Tel Aviv Is One of the Most LGBT-Friendly Cities in the World

Why Tel Aviv Is One of the Most LGBT-Friendly Cities in the World

This article from The Culture Trip travel website describes Tel Aviv as a haven for the local LGBT community and tourists, thanks to its world-renowned Pride Week, plethora of gay establishments, extensive municipal

Golan Heights: History & Overview

Golan Heights: History & Overview

This article from the Jewish Virtual Library presents a historical overview of the Golan heights from biblical through modern times, a description of the local Druze and Jewish population groups, an economic profile of

KKL-JNF: Moving Forward With the Galilee

KKL-JNF: Moving Forward With the Galilee

From the website of Karen Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund, Israel’s largest green organization, this site summarizes the organization’s activities in the Galilee, including projects in the fields of water management, tourism, research, community

Tourist Attractions in the Haifa Region

Tourist Attractions in the Haifa Region

This article presents a roundup of the best attractions in Haifa and the surrounding areas, including holy shrines, museums, parks, beaches, archaeological sits and national landmarks, and interesting neighbourhoods to wander around. With a map of

Startup Guide: Tel Aviv

Startup Guide: Tel Aviv

Startup Guide: Tel Aviv is a website dedicated to helping entrepreneurs connect with Tel Aviv’s dynamic startup scene. Tel Aviv is one of more than 20 cities across Europe, the Middle East and the US

Trees Rooted in Tel Aviv’s History

Trees Rooted in Tel Aviv’s History

An ode to Israel’s trees in honor of Tu B’shvat, this Times of Israel Blog post follows tree historian Yaacov Shkolnik of the Jewish National Fund to four of his favorite trees in the Tel Aviv

The White City of Tel Aviv: The Modern Movement

The White City of Tel Aviv: The Modern Movement

From the UNESCO website, this video (01:58) and accompanying article explore the history, architectural vision and symbolism behind “The White City” of Tel Aviv, the world’s largest collection of International or Bauhaus style buildings

The Road to Jerusalem

The Road to Jerusalem

This article from the Jewish Virtual Library takes readers on a virtual tour of Jerusalem, introducing the important landmarks, architectural features, diverse population and unique atmosphere of Israel’s capital, which blends together the ancient and modern in

The Bedouins of the Negev: A Population Transforming

The Bedouins of the Negev: A Population Transforming

This very short article presents a snapshot of Israel’s Bedouin population, including a summary of the complex cultural changes underway in their society.