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On that day, after their terror groups had plundered and massacred, they declared statehood on another people’s lands, and that included Old Jerusalem. Everyone who has been there is charmed by this exquisite city of great antiquity. It has survived two dozen wars and is the focal point for the two peoples – Palestinians and Jews – and the three religions, Judaism, Islam and Christianity.
Its many holy places are a magnet to the faithful of all denominations from all corners of the world, which is why Jerusalem was designated an international city under separate management in the UN’s 1947 Partition Plan.
Move over Barcelona, Tel Aviv is the perfect place for a city-beach break this year
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With the news that Israel is officially on the green list for holidays from May 17, there are plenty of reasons to make it your first-choice summer holiday destination. Brimming with history, culture and natural beauty, the destination s lively beaches and guaranteed sunshine rival nearby Greece and Turkey with added chutzpah, while the party and dining scene in Israel s biggest cities will soon make up for a year of home-cooking.
From city breaks in Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Jerusalem and Acre to sprawling desert spa retreats, refined wine tours and hardy hiking and cycling holidays, Israel looks to have the answer for every traveller. Here is our list of the best holidays in Israel to book now: