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JerusalemJerusalem (31°46'N 35°14'E) is an ancient Middle Eastern city on the watershed between the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea at an elevation of 650-840 meter. It is located east of Tel Aviv, south of Ramallah, west of Jericho and north of Bethlehem. Jerusalem was the capital of ancient Jewish kingdoms and is the capital of the modern State of Israel. It is the holiest city of Judaism and is of key importance to Christianity and Islam. The status of the eastern part of Jerusalem as part of the Israeli capital, and the control over that part of the city and its holy places, are internationally debated. more... National name:JerusalemPopulation:680,400 (city). History of JerusalemAccording to one Jewish mythology and tradition, Jerusalem was founded by Shem and Ever, ancestors of Abraham. It has played an important historical role at various times over the past several millennia. Modern archeology traces the earliest written record of the city to an Assyrian monument of the 8th Century. It is thought that the city dates back to least as far back as 3000 BCE. It was first built and founded by the Canaanites, who gave it the name Urr Salem, meaning "the land of peace". more... Overview of the Jerusalem's EconomyGDP at PPP:$129 billionAlso Read: A Brief insight in The Economy of Israel |Demographics of Jerusalem | Culture of Jerusalem | Names of Jerusalem | Special Events in Jerusalem Fact for TravellersVisa: Passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond intended date of arrival required by all. more... Time Zone: GMT + 2 (GMT + 3 from 25 April to 9 October 2005; changes every year) Calling code: 972 Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz; unique Israeli three-square-pin plugs are standard in newer buildings (many sockets also accept older two-pronged plugs) Location: Judea, Israel Average January temp: 9°C (48°F) Average July temp: 23°C (73°F) Annual rainfall: 486mm (19 inches) Geography of JerusalemJerusalem is situated in 31°46'45?N, 35°13'25?E, upon the southern spur of a plateau the eastern side of which slopes from 2,460 ft. above sea-level north of the Temple area to 2,130 ft. at the southeastern extremity. The western hill is about 2,500 ft. high and slopes southeast from the Judean plateau. more... Shopping in JerusalemThe Old City has much to offer, with the narrow, colourful souk that follows the Street of the Chain from Jaffa Gate into the Muslim Quarter. Tiny open-fronted shops sell souvenirs of olive wood, silverwork, mother-of-pearl, leather and hand-blown glass. Arabic sweets and pastries are also plentiful. Bargaining here is standard practice and shoppers can generally get about one quarter off the asking price. As the Muslim Quarter leads into the Christian Quarter, souvenirs take the form of religious artefacts. more... Also Read: Getting in Jerusalem | Cost of Living in Jerusalem | Nightlife in Jerusalem | Climate and Environment of Jerusalem | Transportation in Jerusalem | Sports in Jerusalem | Getting in Jerusalem | Jerusalem Key Attractions | Getting Around in Jerusalem | Sightseeing n Jerusalem
Sights The main attractions within Fayyum city are Egyptians living tourist-free lives. Visitors who weren't ossified by the Islamic architecture in Cairo should visit the Mamluk Mosque of Khawand Asal-Bay, about lkm west of the town center along the canal. The restored mosque was named for the favorite concubine of ...
Language Glossary - Arabic
Classical Arabic, Fusha, was the language of pre-Islamic Arabs (back in Al-Jahilyyah, the period of ignorance) and the 7th-century Qur'an. Its complex rules of grammar were not derived until the Umayyad period, when the Islamic Empire rapidly expanded to include peoples of non-Arab origin ...
Near Aqaba: Wadi Rum
Those who most appreciate the majestic grandeur of Wadi Rum revel in its inaccessibility. Few buses and no service come here, and most Jordanians have never been to this area located nearly 300km south of Amman. Buses and service along the Desert Highway can ...
Sights
Yemenieh Reef, just south of the Marine Research Center beyond the port, ranks among die world's best for scoping fish, if that's what you go tor. The new Royal Diving Center (tef. 31 75 30) in the Yemenieh area rents out snorkeling and diving equipment. Most luxury hotels also rent ...
Food
Aqaba's fare is only fair. Fresh fish, the obvious staple of a sea-side town, is actually a rarity here. Because of the low plankton content in the clear northern waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, there are few edible sea creatures afloat. Jordanians are not permitted to fish richer Saudi ...
Accommodations
A question has long circulated among budget travelers (or at least among budget travelers trying to impress other budget travelers): which is higher in Aqaba—temperatures, tan lines, or prices? Sleeping near the beach or in an air-conditioned room will set you back several dinars. Several cheap hotels occupy the streets ...
Practical Information
Aqaba's overheated atmosphere has a discernible effect on human behavior. People drive like idiots here, even more so than in the rest of the country; there are (ignored) road signs telling drivers to lay off their horns. Aqaba is also far more lax about morality than the rest of ...
Orientation
Extending from King Hussein's villa on the Israeli border to the huge, fenced-in port facilities 4km down the arching corniche to the southeast, Aqaba is one elongated beach. Luxury hotels and military complexes have gobbled up a good part of the beach near town. Four countries come together in the ...
Aqaba
Set in a natural amphitheater beneath a curtain of rugged hills, Aqaba is land-locked Jordan's sole toe-hold on the Red Sea. A more spectacular scene than the reddish mountains, however, lurks under the sea: legions of brilliantly colored creatures flit through a surreal universe of coral. Aqaba is an important ...
Al-Madras and Al-Barid
The region around Petra harbors a wealth of minor archeological pleasures, but only those within walking or donkey-riding distance are accessible. All roads in this isolated area lead back to the Kings" Highway, not to outlying sites. The peripheral location of the sites is a ...
Travel Chronicle: Asia Destination GuideGetting in Red Sea From outside Egypt Some international flights now go to Hurghada, otherwise fly direct to Cairo then either take... Districts of Cairo Districts of Cairo Agouza Abbassia Ain Shams Bulaq Dokki Downtown Cairo El-Manial El-Marg El-Quba... Transportation in Tele Aviv Transportation in Tele Aviv The main access route to Tel Aviv is Ayalon Highway, which goes through the city - north... Browse the Asia Destination Guide |
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