Category attraction: Trips by car
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A Dinosaur in Beit Zayit
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A dinosaur stomped on muddy ground about 70 million years ago, on land on which Moshav Beit Zayit is now situated, seven kilometers west of Jerusalem, and imprints of the prehistoric creature’s three sharp claws are still visible.
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The Kastel
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The Kastel’s location made it a place of immense strategic importance for thousands of years. The Crusaders also understood this importance. They surrounded Jerusalem with settlements and fortresses, to defend the access routes to the city.
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Abu Ghosh
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Abu Ghosh is a very old village, dating back more than 6000 years. During Old Testament times, the place was known as Kiryat Yearim, and it served as an important Jewish ceremonial center, where the Ark of the Covenant was housed.
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Mt. Adar & Radar Hill
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The settlement known as Mt. Adar was established 30 years ago in the historical Radar Hill compound, where hard-fought battles took place during Israel’s War of Independence.
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Pilots Hill (“Har Hatayassim”)
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A monument containing fragments from the Norseman aircraft that crashed here in May 1948, during Israel’s War of Independence, in one of the battles for control of the road to Jerusalem, has been erected here.
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The Kastel
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Situated in the heart of the Jerusalem Hills, the Yearim Hotel serves as a base for tours in the vicinity that are no more than a short drive away. Many of the routes are easy and comfortable, and they are fascinating.
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Vineyards Trail
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This trail leads to the Jerusalem Forest in the Judean Mountains, the wonderful tranquility you will find among the trees, and some of the country’s most beautiful views. Getting There: Leave the hotel and turn right at the gate. Walk for 200 meters along a narrow road and find the road that leads to Har…
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Nahal Kfira
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This pleasant pool by the Ein Kfira spring is shaded by a large fig tree. When the tree bears fruit, it’s simply the perfect place to spend a summer day, with cool water below and yummy figs above. The pool is about 15 square meters in size and a meter deep, and can be reached…
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New Jersey Park at Har HaRuach
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A perfect picnic spot with views of Nahal Yitla and the Ayalon Valley. It’s recommended to follow a circular walking trail that takes you through the orchards and concludes with a great view of the area. Distance: 2.5 km west of the Gordonia Ma’ale Hahamisha.
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Ein Nekofa
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This small spring flows from Nahal Ksalon near Mevaseret Zion. The spring water is channeled into a small ancient pool covered by a partially broken arched roof. Trees and benches have been placed around the pool. A large mulberry tree casts a broad shadow over the spring and its surroundings, making the location especially good…