Israel, stopover in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea
Israel, stopover in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea
Israël est un pays plein de ressources, je m’y suis rendue à deux reprises, une fois juste en voyage à Jérusalem pour mes études, et une deuxième fois avec Monsieur, où nous avons parcouru tout le pays. Je vais donc vous faire découvrir aujourd’hui deux des nombreuses facettes de ce pays, la très cosmopolite ville de Jérusalem et une région qui m’a beaucoup plu, la mer Morte, SO, prêts pour deux escales ?!
Jérusalem
Commençons notre visite avec l’entrée dans la vieille ville de Jérusalem par l’une des neuf portes, la porte de Damas qui se situe au nord, par cette porte vous accéderez directement au quartier arabe. Although very pretty, I advise you to enter first through the Jaffa Gate, because you can go down the city through the souk to the Western Wall.
Once you arrive at the Western Wall, you will be able to access the mosque esplanade but which is only open to tourists in the morning.
Then continue your journey through the different stages of the Via Dolorosa, path taken by Jesus before his crucifixion, you will end your journey at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
A Gedi, the Wadi David nature reserve and the Masada fortress
The Dead Sea is the lowest region in the world because yes, it is located at 417 meters below sea level, but it is also an extremely salty sea recognized for its medicinal virtues.
Why not let yourself go and relax, finally float, in the Dead Sea ?! An experience and landscapes to discover absolutely because it is breathtaking, and as I know you also like to take care of yourself, you can also cover yourself in mud (Well, ridicule doesn't kill you, but I'll spare you the photos.… !)
To continue, let's go for a walk in Wadi David in the Ein Gedi nature reserve, an astonishing desert landscape that hides lush nature and waterfalls (I know it makes you want) …but first come, first served, I therefore advise you to open the park, plus it will be cooler !!!
No no you are not dreaming, so above all, don't forget your swimsuit because it would be a shame to miss it all the same !
A little history is essential with a visit to the Masada fortress. An archaeological site built in 103 of. JC, who served, later as a refuge against the invasion of the Romans. The site culminates at 450 meters above ground level (approximately sea level), you can choose to access it on foot (count on 1 hour of walking in the heat for the bravest) or by cable car (for lazy people like me !).
I didn't lie to you, there is really no shadow !
I hope you liked these discoveries and made you want to discover Israel.
Emilie
Practical information :
Jérusalem
Accommodation : Palatin Hotel Jerusalem – http://www.inisrael.com/palatin/
A nice little hotel perfectly located in the heart of Jerusalem.
More Morte
Accommodation : Kibbutz d'Ein Gedi and Spa – http://www.ein-gedi.co.il/fr/
A beautiful place with a botanical garden, spacious rooms and free access to the Ein Gedi spa on the Dead Sea for guests, happiness what !!!
Ein Geidi nature reserve, Wadi David – Route 90, A Gedi
Waterfalls at 25 minutes of hiking and breathtaking scenery. Also see Wadi Arugot 4 km further.
Massad Fortressa – Route 90, In Mass
A rich archaeological site not to be missed, be careful, there is little shade when you arrive at the top, so bring something to hydrate !
Shop Ahava – Route 90, kibbutz Mitzpe Shalem
A great store and high quality products, I personally robbed the store of all kinds of cream, you can notably find mud or salts from the Dead Sea to pamper yourself once you return from your trip !
LadyMilonguera
24.11.13It’s a country that has a certain attraction for me, I have to admit it, and then some of your photos can only reinforce my desire…
Emilie
25.11.13So you really need to go, I love this country !
rej59
24.11.13thank you for these tips
nothing to see,but I just tried your cherry clafoutis, he is great
Emilie
25.11.13Thanks to you 😉
And thank you also for the feedback for the clafoutis !
Sylvie of the Cévennes
24.11.13wow! How beautiful Israel is….very beautiful photos thank you for sharing…it's very beautiful it makes you want
Emilie
25.11.13Thank you very much Sylvia, it’s true that it’s a very beautiful country !
Annie cb
24.11.13Very beautiful photos that encourage you to travel. I really like. At home too it was travel/vacation today 😉 it’s a bit of a change from cooking recipes.
Good evening
Emilie
25.11.13Oh yes cool ^-^ It’s true that it changes a little !
michette
24.11.13I hope to realize this dream one day !!!
thank you for this fabulous sharing while waiting for better ….
really thank you !!
Emilie
25.11.13So I also hope it for you Michette because it’s really a country to discover 😉
Cindy http://came-true.blogspot.fr/
25.11.13I would really like to visit Jerusalem, this city is so rich in history…
The park and its waterfalls : wow!! Great pictures, too bad that you don't let us enjoy those of your mud bath, mdr!!!
Thank you for this shared getaway. ^_^
Emilie
25.11.13Thank you very much Cindy for your compliments ^-^
Yes, the mud bath is definitely something to do, but be careful not to act like an idiot like me and rinse with your eyes wide open with the shower with dead sea water rather than with fresh water. !!!
Marine
25.11.13Souvenirs, souvenirs… Last year I’ lived there…. I would have liked to meet you! Damage!
PS: Jerusalem, it's beautiful, but living there is annoying because of the conflict…
Your blog is always so fascinating!
Emilie
25.11.13Oh yes it would have been great 😉 It’s true that it’s hard personally I stayed there for a month the first time and I see what you mean especially since I was working on Israeli territoriality !
Thank you very much Marine for your compliments 😉
Ray
25.11.13I enjoyed the photographs, it looked like an amazing trip!
Emilie
26.11.13Thanks so much Ray, it was really a amazing trip !!!
Co
27.11.13you made me travel, a country that I would very much like to visit. One day maybe.
Good day
co
Thumb's blog
3.12.13I went there too 2 times. This country full of history is magnificent. Eilat is also very impressive because you can see Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and therefore Israel when you bathe in the Red Sea.
Did you go to Bethlehem ? City so full of history too.
And like you, I keep the memory of a magnificent sunburn while visiting the Masada fort (in November though).
Hey, that makes me want to write a post about these trips too 😉
Emilie
4.12.13Oh yeah !!! I also loved Eilat, being a diving fanatic with Monsieur we really enjoyed ourselves ! I saw Bethlehem but a little quickly during my first trip because we were still during the second intifada unfortunately.
I still have the north of the country to visit and I hope to be able to do it one day 😉
Aelia
27.2.15Beautiful pictures, beautiful country. I went 2 time in Israel, and even bivouac in the Sinai (a few years ago). In Mass ; go there early in the morning and climb the famous trail on foot, when arriving ask the guide, of you, water with a bottle of water. The soldiers , them ,run up !!!!
Emilie
28.2.15Oh yes I have so many beautiful memories, it's a wonderful country !
THERE
3.3.15Thank you for this beautiful article which also makes us dream.
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Emilie
4.3.15Thank you Ahava 😉