Tourism
How Do We Tell the Story of Masada? A Window into Modern Israel
This fascinating, animated video (04:04) briefly describes the history of Masada, with an emphasis on the role the alleged mass suicide of Jewish rebels on this desert mountaintop fortress has played
The Siege of Masada: What Really Happened?
Produced by Andrew Henry, a Ph.D student in Religious Studies and creator of the Religion for Breakfast YouTube channel, this informative video (08:32) tells the story of Masada, one of the most
Biblical Archaeology in the Elah Valley
Produced by the Bible Lands Museum in Jerusalem in Hebrew with English subtitles, this video (08:52) highlights the significance of the archaeological findings from Khirbet Qeiyafa in the Elah Valley.
Views of the Ella Valley
Created as part of an effort to protect the Ella Valley from construction plans, this video (03:15) showcases the sweeping views, flowered landscapes and archaeological sites of this unique area.
The Jerusalem Light Rail: A Microcosm of the City’s Diversity
Produced by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this video (02:01) introduces the Jerusalem Light Rail, the first in Israel, constructed in 2011. Built along the line that once divided the
Cyclists Ride the Ben Shemen Forest’s Blue Trail
Come along for the ride as the two cyclists in this clip (2:16) tackle the Ben Shemen Forest’s single-track Herzl Trail, also known as the « Blue Trail. » Located near Modi’in,
Special Needs Children Planting Israel’s Future
This clip (4:14) depicts a moving event hosted in the Ben Shemen Forest each year: a Tu Bishvat tree-planting celebration for Israeli children with special needs. This joint initiative between
Top-Notch Bike Trails in Ben Shemen Forest
The inauguration of KKL-JNF’s Ben Shemen Forest bike trails in 2011 was an exciting moment for Israel, as this Jerusalem Post article explains. The forest, initially purchased by the KKL-JNF
Rehab for a River
This informative article from non-profit news magazine ISRAEL21c walks us through what it took to transform Israel’s Yarkon River from an ecological disaster to a beautiful center for recreation and nature.
Promotional Video for Tel Aviv White Night
Produced by the Israel Ministry of Tourism, this promotional video (0:52) encourages tourists from around the world to visit Israel for the « White Night » festival in Tel Aviv, an annual