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About Middle East
One of my favourite parts of the world – ancient civilisations, ultra-modern buildings, colourful culture and amazing food.
Religion, Race and Culture: the Astonishing Diversity of Jerusalem
Jerusalem is unique. Not just because it is an ancient city bursting with history. But also because it is a major centre for three different
The Unexpected Pleasure of Eating Out in Jerusalem
I didn’t expect to eat particularly well in Israel. I had memories from my last visit of endless amounts of falafel, fish and salad, and
The Jerusalem Ramparts Walk, a New Perspective on the Old City
With its narrow streets, bazaar like atmosphere and thousands of years of history, the Old City of Jerusalem is one of the world’s foremost tourist
Wandering Among the Sculptures at the Billy Rose Art Garden
It was a sunny Sunday morning, and I was strolling through a peaceful garden. This was the Billy Rose Art Garden, in the grounds of
Street Art of Nachlaot and the Machane Yehuda Market
One of many surprises about Jerusalem was how much there was to see in the “new” town, the area outside the Old City. One such
Shabbat of a Lifetime, a Unique Jerusalem Experience
The Sabbath (or Shabbat) is a unique time in Jerusalem. Families come together and all work stops for twenty-four hours. One of the most important