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20 things to do in Jerusalem
Lekach
Israeli sweetest cake that will bring you joyfulness and prosperity for the following year
Levivot or Latkes
Probably the tastiest potato dish you have ever tried, only in Israel, only for Hanukkah
Yom Kippur
Streets and roads are empty—the whole country is celebrating Yom Kippur, the holiday of atonement and forgiveness
Holy Fire in Jerusalem
The miracle that is believed to occur on Orthodox Easter Saturday for centuries
Purim Street Party
Have fun all night long, celebrating the country's most popular holiday
Jerusalem Friday Street Parties
Get the feel of celebration and watch the whole city dancing at one of summer Friday parties
Yom HaShoah Siren
Empathize with the locals over the darkest pages in the world's history
Blooming of Cyclamens
Take a look at Israel's valleys covered with a magnificent carpet of cyclamens in winter
Palm Sunday
One of the most significant events in Christianity opens the Holy Week with a palm walk
Sufganiyot
Traditional Jewish doughnuts are the sweetest reason to visit Israel for Hanukkah
Hanukkah
Visit the country for one of the most well-known Jewish holidays, the Feast of Lights. Take part in the local celebrations and try traditional dishes
Almond Blossom
Tender pinkish flowers cover the almond trees all over Israel during early spring
Jerusalem Light Festival
With thrilling light installations, sound effects, and the overall majesty of the old city, Jerusalem Light Festival will be a high point of your visit
Tower of David Night Shows
Watch unique laser shows dedicated to Jerusalem, King David, and world culture
Jerusalem Bird Observatory (JBO)
A unique park and research station right in the heart of Jerusalem
Rappelling (Snappling)
A unique way to see the Old City is by rappelling off the side of the Tayelet or Gei Ben Hinnom
Bridge of Strings (Jerusalem Chords Bridge)
The bridge resembling a tent in the desert or King David's harp is a work of art and one of the tallest structures in Jerusalem
Holy Week & Easter
There is no better place to experience Holy Week than the Holy Land, where it all occurred