Israel

Fully updated third edition with comprehensive history section, improved maps, and structural revisions for easy navigation.

Israel is a land where three world religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—converge in stunning landscapes. Ancient architecture stands alongside the modern, fertile northern valleys give way to arid southern deserts, and the secular and devout live side by side. From sacred Jewish, Christian, and Muslim sites in Jerusalem to the trendy districts, museums, and bustling markets of modern Tel Aviv, Israel offers far more than first impressions suggest.

Discover top hotels and restaurants, local wines, and fascinating hiking routes throughout this diverse country. Each major city reveals its own character: Jerusalem provides insight into one of the world's most historic cities; Tel Aviv epitomizes contemporary vibrancy; Haifa captivates with its striking Baha'i Persian gardens; and Nazareth embodies Arab hospitality and warmth. Whether you're exploring Crusader castles and Roman ruins, scuba diving off Eilat's coast, trekking the mountainous Golan Heights, floating in the Dead Sea, or discovering hidden wadis and thermal baths, this guide illuminates every destination.

Let Bradt's Israel be your perfect travelling companion, enhancing and enriching every moment of your journey.