Israel is a country that is enveloped in spiritual mysticism. History tells how many religious battles have occurred in Israel that took the lives of hundreds of thousands of our ancestors. As Israel bore witness to these struggles, it also left us with remnants of the biblical and historical structures that constantly remind us of our history.
Because of all the things we hear from the news every day, it may be hard for many people to believe that Israel is known as one of the top vacation destinations the world over. Israel’s central area alone has greatly developed to become one of its fast flourishing areas. Tourism is highly evident in Central Israel by the wide array of luxurious, mid-range and affordable hotels that are standing there today. These hotels are strategically located near the historic, religious and key economic spots in Central Israel.
Without a doubt, Tel Aviv is the most widely known Central Israeli destination by travelers the world over. It is known around the world by its beautiful beaches, busy public markets, and nocturnal character. It is coined as the “City that Never Sleeps”, which makes it obviously the counterpart of the USA’s New York City. All around, you will find hotels in Tel Aviv that cater to different travel budget ranges. Many of them are even regarded as some of the best Israel hotels.
While Tel Aviv and the other more popular Israel cities such as Jerusalem draw thousands of tourists, certain smaller towns and tourist attractions in Central Israel are overlooked. One of these secret jewels in Israel is Netanya. It houses a beach that stretches for fourteen kilometers, where most of the best hotels in Netanya are conveniently situated with views of the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Travelers are slowly discovering the diamond trade in Netanya. Israel is one of the largest exporters of diamonds in the world because of this small city.
It is highly recommended for flower lovers to visit Netanya between February and March. Dark blue irises are in full bloom in the south of the city during this time of year. It has become a popular tourist stop because of the iris natural preserve that is established there. Tourists can enjoy a quiet walk on the pathway and immerse themselves in the beauty and fragrance of these flowers. Netanya also has parks and squares in the middle of the city that are full of things to see and do for the visitors.
Just outside of Netanya is the Poleg Nature Reserve. It is known among the adventurous visitors who are always looking for a trail to conquer. Guided hiking trips are offered through the trail near the Poleg river that meets the vast open sea. Wild flowers grow alongside the trail, making this nature reserve also popular among botanists. The eucalyptus trees also attract tourists in the reserve. The trees were planted to help drain the swamps that develop in the plains of Sharon. Today, these trees have spread. They perennially serve their purpose as they were meant to, and they add to the beauty of this growing tourist hot spot.
Above is just a short preview of what Central Israel has in store for its visitors. Aside from the historical and biblical sites that the country is known for, other neighboring cities also offer various tourist spots of different taste, color and flavor. Modernization is embraced in these regions, but it has never sacrificed the environment, the heritage and the rich history that makes Israel truly a blessed country.