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Nosson Shulman

Nosson Shulman, veteran tour guide makes Israel come alive for you. www.guidedtoursofisrael.com; info@guidedtoursofisrael.com;

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Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Trump’s First Week: 5 Game-Changing Pro-Israel Moves

By Nosson Shulman

Almost every poll of Israelis and supporters of the Jewish State, indicate that President Donald Trump is widely considered the most pro-Israel president ever.  Whether it’s informal surveys or more official ones, the results are striking: Trump’s popularity in Israel is through the roof. A 2019 poll even found that 79% of Israelis supported him, […]

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: New Entrance Requirements for Israel Starting January

By Nosson Shulman

All travelers must apply for an ETA before visiting Israel starting January 1, 2025

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: MAKING HISTORY: Paraguay to Relocate Embassy to Jerusalem

By Nosson Shulman

Once the move is completed, Paraguay will join the United States, Guatemala, Kosovo, Honduras and Papua New Guinea who have already moved their embassies to Jerusalem.

Unique Sites of Israel / Headline

Unique Sites of Israel: Meet the Israeli Artist Using His Work to Fight Terrorist Funding

By Nosson Shulman

Rockets into Roses creator Yaron Bob, who lives close to the Gaza border, creates mind-boggling artwork using rockets that Hamas fires at him.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Jewish Farmers Vow to Rebuild Gaza Border Farm--AGAIN!

By Nosson Shulman

After being forcibly removed from Gaza in 2005, they defied all odds to turn a desolate border territory green. Everything changed again on October 7th.

Unique Sites of Israel

Top 10 Things Trump Did for Israel (part 1)

By Nosson Shulman

Many accomplishments on the list are not widely known.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Largest Israeli Zipline Opens

By Nosson Shulman

Soon, you will be able to get a bird's-eye view of Biblical Jerusalem

Unique Sites of Israel

Happy 248th Birthday America, from Israel!

By Nosson Shulman

Happy 4th of July weekend! 6 Things you need to know about the special US-Israel relationship!

Jerusalem / Europe

Czech Republic to Move its Embassy to Jerusalem

By Nosson Shulman

This move is contrary to EU policy, which refuses to recognize the Holy City as Israel’s capital.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Waters of Merom (Hula Valley)

By Nosson Shulman

It is such a beautiful time of year to see Israel. Get out there!

Unique Sites of Israel

FABULOUS: University Accused of Anti-Semitism Loses State Funding

By Nosson Shulman

It is abundantly clear that regular incidents of antisemitism have occurred (and been tolerated) at the US’s so-called “elite” universities for too long! Jewish students have long complained to the school administrations of harassment and intimidation (sometimes violent) from other students and faculty members, but the administration has knowingly (and maliciously) turned a blind eye. […]

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AWESOME: Two Staunchly Pro-Israel Candidates Elected as Heads of State

By Nosson Shulman

Javier Milei has emerged as the Argentine president-elect, and Geert Wilder will become the prime minister of the Netherlands.

Op-Eds

FACT CHECKING: Top 6 Myths About “Palestinians” Spread by the Media (Part 1)

By Nosson Shulman

Fake news reporting has sparked pro-Palestinian riots around the globe and attacks against Jews

Unique Sites of Israel

Welcome to Biblical Mount Ebal

By Nosson Shulman

“Then Joshua built an altar to the Lord God of Israel on Mount Ebal (Joshua 8:30)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Jerusalem Inaugurates Israel’s Longest Suspension Bridge and Newest Tourist Attraction

By Nosson Shulman

Due to the completion of the new bridge over the biblical Ben-Hinnom Valley, more pilgrims and pedestrians will be able to reach holy sites.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Tel Dan: Part II

By Nosson Shulman

King Rehoboam made the decision to establish two new temples, one in Beit El and the other in Dan, both of which included golden calf statues (1 Kings 12:28–29). He even made up his own holidays and declared himself a priest

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical City of (Tel) Dan: Part 1

By Nosson Shulman

Let's visit a wonderful biblical site which, in my opinion, is a contender for the title of Israel’s prettiest spot.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Hill of Jonah in Ashdod

By Nosson Shulman

“And the word of G-d came to Jonah son of Amittai (Jonah 1:1)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Aphek: From the Ark of the Covenant to Alexander the Great

By Nosson Shulman

The obvious question is why there are so many buildings and fortifications from different time periods here?  Read on to learn the fascinating answer...

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Tadmor (AKA Tamar)

By Nosson Shulman

Beautiful day to get out and see the unique sites of Israel!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Tel Yarmut (Biblical Jarmuth)

By Nosson Shulman

The remains of Tel Yarmut are among the world’s oldest, and the panoramic views on a clear day afford a view of much of Israel that includes Tel Aviv, Ashdod, and the Mediterranean Sea on one side, and the Judean Mountains on the other side. Let us explore this wonderous, ancient city together!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Hammath (Hot Springs) of Tiberias

By Nosson Shulman

Many of the great Rabbis of the Talmud spent time healing at the hot spring of the area

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Ayalon Valley

By Nosson Shulman

Today, we are visiting the enchanting Ayalon Park Canada. This centrally located park (roughly between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv) has it all!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel

By Nosson Shulman

WOW: Ancient Inscription Explicitly Mentioning King David Discovered

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Karmei Tzur (Biblical Beit Tzur)

By Nosson Shulman

The stunning scenery in this area (with its enchanting vineyards and rolling hills as far as the eye can see) would on its own make this a worthwhile site to visit. However, as we will soon see, this town has so much more to offer.‘

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Jerusalem’s Haas Promenade (the Tayelet)

By Nosson Shulman

Take a promenade on the Haas Promenade for some of the very best views of the Old City and the Temple Mount

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Gihon Springs (Hezekiah Tunnels)

By Nosson Shulman

The “Hezekiah Tunnels”, where the Biblical “Gihon Spring” has flown through for 2600 years is where arguably the greatest miracle ever to take place occurred in the long history of the Jewish people.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Tomb of Samuel the Prophet (Biblical Mizpah)

By Nosson Shulman

Next time in Israel, if you’re looking for something special and centrally located (conveniently close to Jerusalem accommodations) you should certainly consider a visit!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Part III: Jordan River

By Nosson Shulman

This site is still a gem you need to visit at least once in your lifetime.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Mount Nebo

By Nosson Shulman

On the last day of his life (his 120th birthday) Moses was told by G-d that he was about to die, and that he should ascend to the top of Mount Nebo

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Ancient Hebron: Part IV

By Nosson Shulman

The ongoing saga of the Jewish community in Hevron...

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Ancient Hebron: Part III

By Nosson Shulman

“Some of the children of Judah (returning from the Babylonian exile) settled in the villages, in their open areas: in Kiryat Arbah (i.e. Hebron) and its suburbs (Nehemiah 11:25)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Ancient Hebron: Part II

By Nosson Shulman

When asked, which is my FAVORITE place to give a tour, the answer is one of the world’s oldest and holiest cities- HEVRON!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Ancient Hebron: Part I

By Nosson Shulman

When asked, which is my FAVORITE place to give a tour, the answer is one of the world’s oldest and holiest cities- HEVRON!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Lachish

By Nosson Shulman

The Governor’s home in Lachish is the largest palace ever found from Ancient Israel. Go out and see it for yourself.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Zorah: In the Footsteps of Samson

By Nosson Shulman

Zohar was the hometown of Samson, the strongest man who ever lived

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Mount Gilboa

By Nosson Shulman

A visit to Mount Gilboa makes for a great outing. The region has much to offer, including stunning views, pastoral quiet, incredible hiking, biblical history, and ancient remains!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical House of the Shunamite woman

By Nosson Shulman

The town (historically called Shunem) has a long history, going back to the Canaanite times. If you are looking for something off the beaten track on your next trip to Israel, I highly recommend you visit here!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Anim

By Nosson Shulman

On your next trip to Israel, if you are looking to sample great wine, enjoy beautiful nature, and see incredible archeology, the Yatir forest is waiting for you!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Gate of Mercy (aka Shushan Gate and Eastern Gate)

By Nosson Shulman

On your next trip to Israel, a view of the Mercy Gate can definitely enhance your trip experience. May the holy Temple be rebuilt speedily in our days!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Gath (Tel Tzafit)

By Nosson Shulman

Another claim to fame for the ancient city was the fact that the holy Ark of the Covenant spent time here after the Philistines stole it

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israe: Biblical Carmel Mountains

By Nosson Shulman

Beautiful and biblically rich hiking through Israel's "Little Switzerland."

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Mount Tabor

By Nosson Shulman

“North and South – You created them. Tabor and Hermon sing joyously in Your Name (Psalms 89:13)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Beit El

By Nosson Shulman

It is always a good time to visit the, "House of G-d"

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Tel Motza

By Nosson Shulman

Beautiful, historic and easily accessible-go see Motza

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Tel Azekah

By Nosson Shulman

Ever hear the story about David and Goliath? Wanna visit the site where it happened?

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel Blog: Biblical Gezer

By Nosson Shulman

To paraphrase the Beatles, " Come to GEZER, Right now..."

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel" Biblical Maale (Ascent of) Adumim

By Nosson Shulman

Go to Maale Adumim to get the flavor of Israel-and a bit of Venice, Italy in the process

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Lot’s Wife: Sodom & Gomorrah

By Nosson Shulman

“G-d caused rain of sulfur and fire to fall on Sodom and on Gomorrah…(Lot’s) wife looked behind her and was turned into a pillar of salt (Genesis 19:24-26)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Kedesh: The City of Refuge

By Nosson Shulman

“G-d spoke to Joshua saying…Prepare for yourselves the cities of refuge, about which I spoke to you through Moses, where a killer may flee – one who kills a person through carelessness, unintentionally…They designated Kedesh in the Galilee in the mountains of Naphtali (Joshua 20: 1-7)”

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Jerusalem's Biblical Broad Wall

By Nosson Shulman

Today, we will visit an important example of a site mentioned in Tanach (Bible), where G-d saved the Jewish people through an open miracle.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Kinneret & the Fertile fields of Ginosar

By Nosson Shulman

Come visit the prophesied site of the "End of Dayss' beforehand-less traffic; better parking

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: A Mosaic Treasure at Ein Gedi!

By Nosson Shulman

The Synagogue from Roman/Byzantine times was only discovered in 1965, when workers of nearby Kibbutz Ein Gedi were plowing the field and found a well preserved Mosaic floor.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Gibeah of Benjamin (Tel El Ful)

By Nosson Shulman

Tel el Ful, rarely sees visitors but this unique treasure is our next stop.

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Migdal (aka Magdala)

By Nosson Shulman

Migdal (along with the entire western coast of the Sea of Galilee) was given to the tribe of Naphtali.

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Unique Sites of Israel: Top 10 Archeological Discoveries in Israel from 2021

By Nosson Shulman

Many of last year’s incredible finds revolutionized our understanding of Israel’s rich past (including the Biblical era).

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Unique Sites of Israel: Biblical Maresha and Beit Guvrin

By Nosson Shulman

Go out and see Israel (OK, when it stops raining) Happy Tu B'Shvat!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: Tomb of Rachel

By Nosson Shulman

Today the site flourishes, with a full time Kollel (Talmudic Academy for Torah studies), a synagogue and even a hospitality corner with hot drinks and snacks!

Unique Sites of Israel

Unique Sites of Israel: The Jordan River

By Nosson Shulman

Today we are visiting one of my favorite sites: Qasr El Yehud (Arabic for break through point of the Jews) on the Jordan River, by far the most mentioned body of water in the bible (181 times). According to tradition, this is the exact spot where Joshua and the Children of Israel entered the holy land.

Unique Sites of Israel

Jericho: Biblical Oasis of Dates

By Nosson Shulman

Wishing you all a Happy Hanuka. If you are lucky enought to be in Israel, enjoy the beautiful weather and-get out and tour ISRAEL!

Unique Sites of Israel

Biblical Anathoth (Anatot) and Ein (Spring) Prat

By Nosson Shulman

Today, let's visit two special biblical sites in the Judean Desert, as stunning as they are historic. The first is the town of Anatot (Anathoth) and the second is Ein Prat, a desert oasis...

Op-Eds

Tomb of Joseph

By Nosson Shulman

The tomb of Joseph is certainly well worth the visit for anyone looking for an uplifting experience.

Unique Sites of Israel

Biblical Animals of Israel: Part 2

By Nosson Shulman

5 INCREDIBLE Animals, Still Found in Israel’s Wild!

Unique Sites of Israel / Op-Eds

Biblical Animals of Animals which Surprisingly Once Live in Israel

By Nosson Shulman

5 INCREDIBLE animals which once roamed Israel-Lions, Tigers and Bears-OH, MY!

Blogs

Arizona: America's Second State

By Nosson Shulman

Ben and Jerry’s parent company stands to lose $143 million in the Grand Canyon State alone

Blogs

Judea & Samaria's Desert Blooms into Israel's Shopping Capital

By Nosson Shulman

A new interpretation of making the desert bloom...

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