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Sightseeing The compact size of Israel means that almost anywhere, with the exception of Eilat, is accessible for a day trip from Jerusalem. The coastal cities of Tel Aviv, Akko and Haifa can easily be visited in a day, as can the area around the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. There is, however, enough to see in most of these places to merit a longer visit, but in terms of historical and religious sites nowhere can match Jerusalem. The first stop for any visitor has to be the Old City, which contains the sacred sites that have caused the turmoil and unrest marking Jerusalem's history and still to be felt today. The Old City is divided into four sections - the Armenian, Christian, Jewish and Muslim Quarters - each with its unique identity and character. Tourist Information Israeli Government Tourist Office (IGTO) Visitors Centre Safra Square, West Jerusalem Tel: (02) 625 8844. Web site: www.infotour.co.il or www.jerusalem.muni.il Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 0845-1600, Fri 0845-1230. Visitors Centre, Jaffa Gate, Old City Tel: (02) 628 0382. Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 0800-1600, Fri 0800-1300. Christian Information Centre Jaffa Gate, Old City Tel: (02) 627 2692. Fax: (02) 628 6417. E-mail: cicinfo@cicts.org Web site: www.christusrex.org/www1/ofm/cic/CICinf.html Passes A two-day pass for the city circuit 99 bus will allow discounted entry to the Israel Museum, Tower of David Museum and the Biblical Zoo. It can be bought at the sites' ticket offices or from the 99 bus drivers. |
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