One of the world`s most fascinating countries, Israel defies indifference with its immense historical, spiritual & contemporary significance, as well as its wealth of unique natural & cultural attractions. Whether you want to make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem`s Old City, party in fashionable Tel Aviv, bathe in the Dead Sea or discover the country`s distinctive architecture, Insight Guide Israel will reveal the best the country has to offer. Features have been updated by a highly-regarded local writer & cover the history & peoples of Israel in depth, while also delving into diverse topics including cuisine, conservation & diving. Thoughtful accounts of the country`s regions bring Israel to life, from the powerful spiritual centre of Jerusalem & breath-taking landscapes of the Golan Heights to the sun-soaked beaches on the Mediterranean coast. In addition, there is detailed coverage of the West Bank`s attractions, including Bethlehem`s shrines & the Negev`s ancient sites. Full-colour photography & maps help you navigate with ease, while our detailed Travel Tips give you the practical information you will need to plan your trip, including our selection of the best & most authentic hotels & restaurants. ...

Marco Polo Israel: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all the attractions of Israel with this up-to-date & authoritative guide, complete with ` Best Of` recommendations. You`ll find fantastic hotels, restaurants with great cuisine, trendy places to go & the best nightlife spots, as well as tips for shopping & getting by on a low budget. There are also ideas for those travelling with children & for active pursuits as well as a summary of the country`s main festivals & events. Further sections include: Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, Hebrew phrases & index; useful too is the ` Perfect Route` section & the handy pull-out map supplied in addition to the Road Atlas inside. Land of the Bible, melting pot of religions, the fountainhead of Christianity, with names, places, stories & histories that all seem so familiar. The source of faith
- melting pot of Jewish, Christian & Arab cultures. Land of the Exodus, of hope & the focus of international politics. Israel, more than 60 years old & so modern. With Marco Polo Israel you will experience a fascinating phenomenon: almost everywhere you go you`ll be accompanied by 3, 000 years of history. The practical, pocket-sized guide introduces you to the contrasts of the daily routine, a veritable cocktail of modernity & tradition: ubiquitous practice of religion, bikinis on the beach & exciting club scene. Take in the beauty of the Negev Desert & the peace of the hills of Galilee: Israel is simply enthralling! The Insider Tips reveal where, like Jesus, you can walk on the Mount of Olives & the Mount of Beatitudes. The ` Best Of` pages highlight some unique aspects of the country, recommend places to go for free, & have tips for what to do if it rains & where you can relax & unwind. Fascinating landscapes! Excursions & Tours lead you on a walk through Jerusalem`s Old City to the important shrines of the three religions, & have you exploring biblical sites by the Sea of Galilee. Not interested in History, Jesus & Co? Israel is the perfect place for outdoor pursuits. The most important information with all the necessary contact details can be found in the Sports & Activities chapter. Finally the Dos & Don`ts keep you from inadvertently violating Jewish customs. Marco Polo Israel provides comprehensive coverage of all parts of the country. To help you find your way around there are the ` Where First` panels for the large cities of Tel Aviv, Haifa & Jerusalem, the detailed Road Atlas, a useful map of Jerusalem in the cover, plus a pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!
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This is the full guide to the Israel National Trail [INT] & the Jerusalem Trail. The Israel National Trail is one of the most exciting hikes in the world, expanding over 950 kilometres from the north to the south of Israel. You can hike its entire length, or just selected sections of your choice. It is the ultimate Israeli hiking experience, & now you can do it easily with the guide that simply has all you need. This full & comprehensive guide

Includes:: 61 topographical maps (1:50, 000), 13 road maps (1:250, 000) & 7 maps of Jerusalem (1:15, 000). All the maps are in English. The guide offers a full description of the hike on the INT in both northbound & southbound directions, the hiking profile (distance from the beginning of the day & height above sea level), & important logistical information such as: how to cache water in the desert; contact information of people in the Negev desert who will cache water for you; a list of trail angels; transportation within Israel; information about places you see on your way; &, much more. The guide

Includes:: also the best 25 day-hikes in Israel, complete with maps & descriptions. The maps, along with day-by-day trail descriptions & tips, make this guide your best resource for hiking the INT. The INT is suitable for experienced hikers as well as families & individuals looking to explore Israel in a whole new & exciting way. The guide

Includes:: recommendations for shorter trips, one day or more, along the Israeli national trail
- suitable for everyone.






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The full guide to the Israel National Trail
- Third Edition, 2016. The Israel National Trail is one of the most exciting hikes
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Israel on a double-sided map at 1:270, 000 showing topography by altitude colouring & highlighting the country’s national parks & nature reserves as well as the route of the “ Israel Trail” (Shvil Yisrael) which criss-crosses the country from Upper Galilee to the Gulf of Eilat. The base map has bold altitude colouring clearly showing the depression along the valley of the Jordan & around the Dead Sea. Spot heights, markings for dunes & cliffs, plus hydrography including seasonal wadis & wells provide more information on the topography. All place names are in Latin alphabet only. Road network shows the names of road junctions, indispensable information when driving in Israel. Palestinian autonomous areas are highlighted. Symbols mark national parks & nature reserves & indicate various places in interest, including ancient sites, caves, etc. The map has a UTM grid. Map legend is in English. An index of place names is in a booklet attached to the map cover. Another 35-page booklet carries information on the country’s national parks & reserves, providing brief descriptions, contact details, & indication of various facilities. All the text is in English. Current edition of this title was published in 2011. ...

Road Atlas from Israel at 1:160, 000 from the Jerusalem-based Carta with street plans of Tel Aviv & Jerusalem & pages annotated with radio reception information. Road network

Includes:: local roads, shows junction names & gives driving distances on main routes. The maps also have 1km margin ticks for calculating distances. Railway lines are shown with stations & local airfields & landing strips are marked. The atlas also shows the course of the

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Israel road map Carta covering most of the country at 1:265, 000 & the Negev at 1:425, 000, indexed & with on the reverse indexed street plans of central Jerusalem & Tel Aviv. Colouring indicates autonomous Palestinian areas. The map covers the bulk of the country at 1:265, 000, with the area south of Beersheba shown on a separate panel next to the main map at 1:425, 000. The map shows the road network, from toll roads to selected local tracks, with names of road junctions ...

Israel road map from Carta covering most of the country at 1:265, 000 & the Negev at 1:425, 000, indexed & with on the reverse indexed street plans of central Jerusalem & Tel Aviv. Colouring indicates autonomous Palestinian areas. The map covers the bulk of the country at 1:265, 000, with the area south of Beersheba shown on a separate panel next to the main map at 1:425, 000. The map shows the road network, from toll roads to selected local tracks, with names of road junctions – indispensible when travelling in Israel. Railway lines & local airports are included & the map shows the course of the “ Israel Trail”. Palestinian autonomous areas are indicated & the course of the Separation Wall is marked (although this information is not shown in the map legend). The map also shows crossing points to Egypt & Jordan. Various places of interest are highlighted. All the place names are in Latin alphabet. The map has the coordinates of the Israeli national grid. The index is on the reverse. Map legend is in English. On the reverse are indexed street plans of central Jerusalem & Tel Aviv. Current edition of this title was published in 2014. ...

Indexed road atlas of Israel with street plans of Jerusalem & Tel Aviv. Each page of road maps is annotated with brief descriptions of places of interest, including instructions for access, & similar information for street plans gives opening hours & phone numbers. Road network, presented with clear, easy to read cartography,

Includes:: local & unpaved roads. Junction names & designated access routes within the West Bank are highlighted. Railway lines are shown with stations & local airfields & landing strips are marked. The atlas also indicates the course of the

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Attractively coloured map from the Israeli national survey organization, presenting the country on two sheets. The communications network, with seven types of roads from toll highways to local tracks plus the railway lines, is presented on a base map with subtle but effective relief shading & plenty of names of geographical features. Colours indicate areas of Palestinian control or joint responsibility & the course of the separation wall is indicated as it stood in December 2006 when the latest edition of this map was prepared. International boundaries show various demarcation lines.A wide range of symbols shows various places of interest including campsites & youth hostels, archaeological, historical & religious sites (including Druze & Bahai holy places), beaches & diving sites, museums, etc. Also marked is the course of the Israel National Trail, weaving its way from Upper Galilee to the Red Sea. The map has a 10km Israel survey grid, with margin ticks for latitude & longitude at 10’ & UTM coordinates. Map legend is in English & all place names are shown in Roman alphabet. No index is provided. ...