The Karaites: A Different Expression of Jewish Faith
Karaite Judaism is a community, whose roots reach back more than a millennium. The Karaites are small but deeply devoted, fiercely scriptural, and committed to a hands-on, personal relationship with the Torah.
The Great Mosque of Ramla: A Crusader Church Turned Mosque
The Great Mosque of Ramla, also known as the El-Omari Mosque was originally constructed as a Christian church by the Crusaders in the 12th century, and was later transformed into a mosque under Mamluk rule. Today, it remains one of the few complete Crusader structures in Israel.
Ramleh War Cemetery: <br>Commonwealth Memory in the Heart of Israel
Ramleh War Cemetery is one of six British Military Cemeteries established in Israel after World War I. It is the largest cemetery for Commonwealth forces in the country serving as a significant memorial for fallen soldiers from numerous nations who served the British Empire.
St. George’s Church in Lod: Where Legend Rests
Located in Lod (Lydda) , St. George’s Church is a Greek Orthodox site that is revered by Christians around the world as the traditional burial place of St. George, the dragon-slaying saint whose story has inspired millions.
Maresha (Beit Guvrin-Maresha National Park)
Tel Maresha is one of those places that quietly surprises you. On the surface, it looks like just another hill in the Judean countryside—but underneath, there’s a whole world carved into the rock.
Rowing Through Time: Ramla’s Pool of Arches
In the heart of Ramla, the Pool of Arches offers a glimpse into the city’s early Islamic past. Half-hidden beneath street level, this ancient reservoir still holds water—over 1,200 years after it was built.
The White Tower of Ramla: Ramla’s Silent Minaret
The White Tower of Ramla, a 13th-century minaret built by the Mamluks is a reminder of a city that was once one of the most important in the Islamic world.
Qasr el Yahud: Step into the Sacred Waters of the Jordan River
Qasr el Yahud marks one of the most revered sites in Christian tradition—the very place where Jesus is believed to have been baptized by John the Baptist.
Sydna Ali Mosque
The Sydna Ali Mosque is a remarkable fusion of religious significance and historical intrigue built in honor of Ali Ibn Alim, a Muslim warrior who fought in the Crusades.
Tel Lachish: The Ancient Secrets of Judah’s Mighty Fortress
Tel Lachish is a fascinating archaeological site located in Judean foothills that bears witness to the ancient Kingdom of Judah’s glory and its turbulent past.