Constructed from a mosaic of different quarters, each with a strong identity, Jerusalem also houses the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Rock: three holy monuments for each of the three monotheistic religions.

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Outside of the old centre of Jerusalem, the Yad Vashem memorial is undoubtedly the must-see museum in the 'Holy City' . 

Yad VaShem

Ein Gedi is an oasis nestling on the shores of the Dead Sea.

Ein Gedi

Mitzpe Ramon is the town that overlooks the incredible crater of Makhtesh Ramon. For a few years some unusual hotels have been opening in this little town. It's a good place to stay to explore the crater.

Mitzpe Ramon

Masada is the ruin of the last stronghold of the Kingdom of Israel, before it was completely destroyed by the Romans. It is a very important archaeological site which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Both the site's beauty and the quality of the ruins make Masada an absolute must-see during your first <a href="/israel/">trip to Israel</a>. A true fortress-palace built on a rocky outcrop that was deemed to be impregnable, Masada imposes itself on the surrounding countryside and the wondering gaze of the visitor. Even if you're not a great love of archaeological sites you should visit to see the wonderful view, and to see how well preserved some ruins can be. The fortifications, assault ramp and military encampments are the only existing examples of this type of architecture from this period. In addition, the archaeologists have slightly raised the walls inside and outside, so that the public can get a better idea of what the fortress really looked like. There are explanatory signs and drawings which help complete these reconstructions. In June they organise an open-air opera festival at the foot of the site.

Masada is the ruin of the last stronghold of the Kingdom of Israel, before it was completely destroyed by the Romans. It is a very important archaeological site which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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