Monthly Archives: September 2018

Free-gift at Ben Gurion airport

Posted on September 9, 2018

To prevent the importing of diseases, Israel’s Agriculture Ministry has banned passengers from bringing 3 of the set of 4 species (palm branch, myrtle, willow) required to be used during the Sukkot (Tabernacles) holiday.  A free set will be given … Continue reading →

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A country, not a cause

Posted on September 9, 2018

I reported previously (28th Jan) about The Israel Innovation Fund (TIIF). Founder Adam Bellos urges American Jews to look beyond the politics and to come to Israel, learn the language, meet the people, listen to the music, drink the wine … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem prepares for New Year

Posted on September 9, 2018

In Israel’s capital, people are extremely busy. Activities include an update for Sacher Park, musical events in the streets and synagogues. One “unique” photo shows the candidates for position of the next Mayor of Jerusalem dancing together. And the first … Continue reading →

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The US-Israeli pilot who stopped Egyptian army

Posted on September 9, 2018

US citizen Gideon Lichtman, who died recently aged 94, made history in 1948 when he volunteered for the emerging Israeli Air Force and shot down its first enemy plane. His Machal 101 squadron prevented the Egyptian army from capturing Tel … Continue reading →

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Uncovering the City of David

Posted on September 9, 2018

Doron Spielman, of the City of David Foundation, was interviewed on ILTV about the latest findings in the 4,000-year-old city of King David that was only re-discovered a few years ago. Layers have been peeled away like an onion to … Continue reading →

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The Jewish foundations under Mount Zion

Posted on September 9, 2018

Mount Zion, South West of Jerusalem’s Old City, sits on top of thousands of years of history. Archeologists recently discovered evidence of Hasmonean construction from the time of the Second Temple. https://www.youtube.com/embed/SP_iuw5JKLE?rel=0

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Virtual Reality tour of Jerusalem

Posted on September 9, 2018

I’ve reported previously (see here) on several VR (Virtual Reality) tours where you can step back in time to see ancient Israel. Now the Tower of David Museum is launching “Step into History” – a VR tour of Jerusalem as … Continue reading →

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Rare chance to see Worms Mahzor

Posted on September 9, 2018

For the first time in 30 years, and ahead of the High-holidays, the Worms Mahzor – a famous 13th-century prayer book – will go on display at the National Library of Israel. The exhibition, “Our hearts responded in ancient prayer…” … Continue reading →

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Vibrations are still good for Brian Wilson

Posted on September 9, 2018

Beach Boys founder and composer Brian Wilson performed at the Charles Bronfman Auditorium in Tel Aviv. Two years after his Israeli debut, Wilson and his 10-piece band played through an outstanding songbook of classics. At 76, how does he do … Continue reading →

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Hiking in Israel

Posted on September 9, 2018

There is a new English website for foreign tourists, dedicated to nature and hiking in Israel. It is great news for the traveler who wants to explore Israel independently but doesn’t speak Hebrew. The descriptions are accompanied by high-quality hiking … Continue reading →

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