Tourism in the Holy Land

28/01/2013

Tourism in the Holy Land

13/11/2012

Jericho is a green oasis in the Jordan Valley some 30 Km east of Jerusalem, 7 km west of the River Jordan, 10 Km north of the Dead Sea It lies some 260 meters below sea level making it the lowest town in earth.


The town of Jericho is the oldest continuously inhabited town in the world dating back some 10,000 years. Jericho and its surrounding areas are filled with religious, archeological, and natural treasures. Just outside Jericho, the adventurous and eco-loving travelers can enjoy a hike in Wadi Quilt and visit the Church of St. George in Kosiba. Inside Jericho, visitors can tour the ancient remains of Hisham Palace and Tel Esultan (ancient Jericho). Overlooking Jericho is the Mount of Temptation. Take the cable car ride to the summit and enjoy the beautiful panorama of Jericho and the desert from the serenity on the mount. Don’t forget, the Dead Sea is just a few Km away where you also enjoy a dip in the saltiest body of the Water in the World.


Jericho also has several hotels such as the Intercontinental Hotel and the Jericho resort Village as well as a large variety of restaurants and activities.

13/11/2012

13/11/2012

Bethlehem - Burial place of the matriarch Rachel and birthplace of King David and of Jesus. Around 1.3 million tourists visited the city in 2008. Over 80% of tourists visiting the Palestinian territories go to Bethlehem, mostly for brief visits;
Church of the Nativity - A church built over the cave that tradition marks as the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth. It is a popular attraction sacred to both Christians and Muslims. 60,000 Christian pilgrims visited the Church of the Nativity during Christmas 2007,
Shepherd's Field - Just outside of Beit Sahour, the field is said to be were Jesus's birth was announced to a group of shepherds.
Manger Square - A city square in the center of Bethlehem that takes its name from the manger where Jesus was born.
Solomon's Pools - A prominent site in the al-Khader area, named after King Solomon.
Salesian Cremisan Monastery — A winery as well as a convent in the suburb of Beit Jala.