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Israel

History

Ancient Israelite kingdoms emerged in the southern Levant.
The Balfour Declaration backed a national home for the Jewish people in Palestine.
The State of Israel declared independence.
The Six-Day War changed Israel's borders and regional politics.
The Oslo Accords began a new phase of Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
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CapitalJerusalem
Population10.1M
Area20,770 km2
CurrencyIsraeli new shekel

Short facts

RegionWestern Asia / Middle East / Levant
LanguageArabic, Hebrew
Time zoneIST (UTC+2)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Jerusalem: Holy city for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, with the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Al-Aqsa.
  • Tel Aviv: Vibrant Mediterranean city of beaches, Bauhaus architecture, and world-class cuisine.
  • Dead Sea: The lowest point on earth, where salt-saturated water makes floating effortless.

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Planning questions

What is Israel known for?Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Dead Sea.
What is the capital?Jerusalem.
Which language is useful?Arabic, Hebrew.
When is the national day?14 May (varies by Hebrew calendar).
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

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