30 Photos That Will Make You Want to Book A Flight To Israel ASAP
Fall in love with Israel through the lens of travel photographer Sharon Zobali.
Israel is a country diverse and vibrant in culture, color and flavor–so much so that we dubbed it one of the top places to visit in 2017. We tapped BAZAAR.com contributor and travel photographer Sharon Zobali for her tour of the country's biggest hubs–in photos. Here, 30 photos to give you a sense of the country's key sites that will make you want to book a trip sooner rather than later.
The Dead Sea
This beach lives up to its folkloric reputation for being the body of water where swimmers can never sink. Thanks to the endless amounts of therapeutic salts in the water, here you can watch unsinkable floaters drift by–or take a dip and experience it for yourself.
The Dead Sea
The Dead Sea flanked by the Negev desert to the South.
The Dead Sea
Also in this part of the country? The world's most famous spas. But, you don't have to go to one of the area's best known beauty destinations for a head to toe treatment that will transform your skin. Here, a woman washes the natural mud from the Dead Sea off of her body, which moisturizes the skin as it protects swimmers from the sting of the salt.
The Dead Sea
A shot of one of the docks in the dead sea, with a salt rim lining the water's edge.
Jerusalem
The Western Wall, also referred to as the Wailing Wall or in Hebrew, the Kotel, is located in the Jewish quarter and is the last wall standing of the Second Jewish Temple. Due to its connection to the Temple Mount, the wall is considered the holiest place where Jews are permitted to pray. Located on the Temple Mount is the Dome of the Rock; the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock compound is one of the oldest works of Islamic architecture, the holiest point for the country's Muslim community and is the third holiest Muslim site in the world.
Jerusalem
Hand made plates in the gift shops in the old city of Jerusalem.
Jerusalem
Souvenirs shop in the Arab market in the Muslim Quarter.
Jerusalem
Spices of the Middle East in the Arab Market.
Jerusalem
The wall that encompasses the Old City and the tower of David, a common tourist attraction.
Jerusalem
Souvenirs in the shops that line the streets in the Arab market (or shuk) in the Muslim Quarter.
Jerusalem
The Church of Holy Sepulchre, also called the Church of the Resurrection is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City. It is believed that Jesus was buried and resurrected here, and the tomb of Jesus is located inside the church. Within the church are the last four stations of the Via Dolorosa, which is believed to be the path that Jesus walked on the way to his crucifixion.
Jerusalem
Inside the Church of Holy Sepulchre.
Jerusalem
A view of the Old City.
Jerusalem
Solomon Street, a renowned Jerusalem street filled with art galleries, restaurants and boutiques is a great go-to for those looking to stock up on authentic Israeli art or handmade jewelry. Here, an art installation of umbrellas lines the street.
Tel Aviv
Neve Tzedek is a chic, downtown neighborhood in Tel Aviv filled with the most fashionable boutiques and restaurants. You'll find the bulk of tourists and locals roaming the dining and shopping hotspots on Shabazi Street, the city's most popular drag.
Tel Aviv
A few of the city's skyline from the beach that runs along the city's edge.
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is undoubtedly Israel's biggest tourist hub for those looking for bustling nightlife, a delicious and thriving culinary scene and a laid-back beach vibe all in one. What's more? This city is also the financial and technology hub of Israel.
Tel Aviv
Boats docked on the beach in the Mediterranean Sea.
Tel Aviv
A woman takes a dip in the Mediterranean sea off the shores of Tel Aviv. Fun fact: this could be you!
Tel Aviv
Whether you're looking for a killer brunch, fresh salad for lunch or a grilled fish or pasta dish for dinner, Abrage, overlooking the Mediterranean sea in the Jaffa town square, is a restaurant worth a visit.
Abrage; 6 Kedumim Square, +972-3-524-4445.
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