Jerusalem is one of the oldest cities in the world, and while many people choose as holiday destination big cities from Europe, eccentric resorts or rustic places, in the last years, more and more people have started to consider Jerusalem the perfect destination. The capital city of Israel has a lot of things to offer, from its cultural and religious elements, to the modern buildings and commercial centers. The metropolis represents the house of the three main religions in the world, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, which manage to cohabit in harmony, to the astonishment of all those who visit it. Translated from Hebrew, its name is The City of Gold, and this can be related to many aspects: the cultural richness, the peace and calm that reigns at any step, and also the cultural development of its communities. Even if it is still considered one of the most traditionalist cities in the world, it has manages to modernize and surprise those who come here from different parts of the world. You can only believe in its beauties if you get to see them, and there are many specialized websites, such as colonysuites.com, which will help you book services and plan an itinerary, so do not hesitate and put Jerusalem on your travel list.
In case you are seriously considering it as your next stop on the map, make sure you have everything settled in advance. The city has a lot to offer, and you will feel overwhelmed by the multitude of places and styles, so inform yourself before you get on the plane. Traditional buildings (situated in the part names The Old City), including the famous Walls, which are official World Heritage Sites, perfectly merge with the modern office buildings. The Western part has become the core of this city’s development, through its commercial bloom and industrial areas. Although it has been taken from Jordan during the Six Day war, the Easter part, on the other hand, is still considered by many Palestinians the capital of their country. If you are planning to spend your holiday in Jerusalem, make sure you choose a period of the year when the climate allows you to visit tourist attractions and wander around. Taking into consideration that it is placed in the extreme East of the Mediterranean Sea, the city has dry and hot summers, and cool winters.
Since it can be found in an area where many cultures and religions can be found, there are a lot of traditional places to see and visit. The different “colors” of Jerusalem are reflected in its various markets and shops, where almost anything can be found. The Old City’s markets are some of the most famous worldwide, so arm yourself with patience and you may find the most uncommon items, from jewelry, to spices, fabrics and decorative items. This is the perfect place to buy souvenirs from, even if there are also plenty of modern shopping centers and malls. Besides their multitude of shops, at the malls you are likely to find the most various restaurants, reflecting the multiculturality of this amazing city.