Nimrod Fortress: A Jaw-Dropping Attraction Off The Beaten Track
Although it is not on most pilgrims' itineraries, the Nimrod Fortress is one of Israel's hidden gems, a jaw-dropping medieval defence structure located in the northern part of the Golan Heights. The edifice, known in Arabic as Qala’at al-Subeiba (‘Castle of the Large Cliff’), is located on the slopes of Mount Hermon above the Banias Spring. Full story
Video - Monasteries in the Judean Desert
How did the monks live in the monasteries 1500 years ago? In St George's Monastery in the Judean desert, one can still live today the spiritual fullness that the ancient hermit monks were seeking. Many of them chose to live in such a harsh environment during the 5th century. Full story
Video - The Gospel Trail, from Nazareth to Capernaum
In the footsteps of Jesus, retracing the steps of his journey from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee: this is the Gospel Trail, which pilgrims and tourists can choose to travel by walking, biking or even horseback riding. The new trail is an initiative of the Israeli Ministry of Tourism. Full story
The Gateway to Negev
Beersheva is the gateway to the Negev desert, and it stands at the junction of two ancient roads of communication, the “Way of the Sea” (Via Maris) which stretches west along the coast and the “King’s Highway” (or “Valley Route”) to the east. This is why it has been inhabited almost uninterruptedly since the Neolithic Age. Full story
