Fresh Paint Art Fair
Following its success in the last two years, the Fresh Paint contemporary art fair will open in Tel Aviv at the Jaffa's Harbor, 5-8 May 2010. Fresh Paint is an extraordinary opportunity to broadly explore and support the lively Israeli art scene.
Get more details about the even here
Aida at Masada - Save The Date!
The Israeli Opera, celebrating 25 years, will present a summer weekend of opera in the Dead Sea area, 3-5 June 2010, featuring Verdi’s Nabucco performed on a specially-erected stage against the backdrop of Masada.
Number of tickets is limited, visit here
Utopia Orchid Park in Emek Hefer
The recently-opened, wheelchair-accessible Utopia Orchid Park in Central Israel, built on 40,000 square meters of land, offers tourists and visiting families a unique attraction, within easy reach of Tel Aviv, Netanya and Haifa.
For more details on this beautiful attraction click here
From Above and Below
A visit to the Dead Sea, a unique natural wonder that lies at the lowest point on earth, promises the visitor an unforgettable experience. Now, experience the Natural Wonders of the Dead Sea as Never Before.
To learn more and vote for the Dead Sea as one of the new 7 wonders click here
A World First!
As part of its Jubilee celebrations, the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities in Jerusalem will display, for the first time ever, the complete original manuscripts of Albert Einstein’s historic General Theory of Relativity
For more information on the manuscript exhibited read here
Wall Paintings of Hurva Synagogue
The Hurva Synagogue, once the center of life in the Old City of Jerusalem until its destruction
The wall paintings, which had undergone several stages of restoration work since the late 1800s, were restored, based on the spirit of the past paintings, with each synagogue wall showcasing a painting of one of the holy cities in the Land of Israel.
Read more about the paintings here
Design Museum Holon Opening Exhibition
An iconic building designed by world-renowned Israeli architect Ron Arad, will open 4 March 2010 in Holon, Israel. The $17 million museum, whose exterior facade is as striking as the exhibits displayed within it, is committed to showcasing the importance of quality design and its relevance to our lives at this particular point in time.
Read more about the exhibition here
The 2nd Jerusalem Festival of Light
Following the success of last year’s first Jerusalem Festival of Light, Jerusalem’s Old City will once again form the magnificent backdrop for lighting installations, exhibits and works of art in the Light in Jerusalem 2010 festival, 9-16 June 2010.
Read more about the festival here
1500 Year Old Ancient Street Discovered in Old City of Jerusalem
The ancient street follows the same course as the present-day David Street in the Old City and provides evidence supporting the Madaba Map--a 1,400-year-old mosaic.
Read more about the discovery in Jerusalem here
Medusas in Caesarea Harbor
A new archaeological exhibition in Caesarea Harbor displays 1,700 year old sarcophagus lid decorated with mythological medusa heads
Read more about the exhibition
It’s Going to be a Hot Summer!
It’s gearing up to be a hot summer in Israel, with many international rock and pop stars announcing concerts in Tel Aviv. Rod Stewart, Paul Anka, Metallica, Bob Dylan, The Pixis and more…
Read more about the shows and tickets here
18th Jerusalem International Half Marathon
The 18th Jerusalem International Half Marathon, which takes runners through the beautiful and unique Jerusalem landscape, will take place this year on Thursday, 18 March 2010. Runners can choose between a 21.1k half marathon course or a 10k fun run.
Read more about the event here
Over 20,000 Visitors Expected at IsraWinExpo the 3rd International Wines Exhibition
More than 20,000 visitors from Israel and overseas are expected at IsraWinExpo 2010, the 3rd International Wines Exhibition held every two years that will take place this year, February 9-11, 2010 at the Israel Trade Fairs and Convention Center in Tel Aviv.
Read more about the Expo here
Sponsors Wanted – Jean-Paul De La Fuente, A Director of the New7wonders Foundation Visited Israel and Met with Various Commercial Enterprises
Jean-Paul de la Fuente recently visited Israel at the invitation of the Tourism Ministry as part of the ministry’s preparations to promote the candidacy of the Dead Sea in the finals.
Click here to learn more about the visit and vote!!
Tourism Minister Stas Misezhnikov Signed a Tourism Agreement Yesterday with the Tourism Minister of Portugal Bernardo Trindade
On signing the agreement, the ministers declared that they recognize the power of the tourism industry to improve the quality of life of the residents of both countries and the importance of the tourism industry in promoting world peace and understanding.
Read more about the agreement signed with Portugal here
Thousands of Faithful from the Greek and Russian Orthodox Christian Church Made the Pilgrimage to the Holy Site of Qasr El Yahud
The Feast of the Epiphany, or Theophany, which means “Manifestation of God,” celebrates Christ’s baptism in the River Jordan by St. John the Baptist.
Read more about the Epiphany here
Tour d'Israel
In the tradition of the renowned Tour de France, Israel will host its own country-wide cycling event, the first of its kind in the Holy Land from 7-11 March 2010.
Read more about the tour here
Abu Ghosh, the Arab-Israeli Village Near Jerusalem Secures the Guinness World Record
For the Largest Dish of Humus
The picturesque Arab-Israeli village of Abu Ghosh, just 15 minutes drive from Jerusalem, is well-known for the annual vocal music festivals held in Spring and Fall.
Learn more about the record here
Guitarist and Rock Icon Carlos Santana in Tel Aviv
Guitarist, Grammy-award winner and rock icon Carlos Santana will include Israel in his upcoming summer tour, playing Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv on 3 June 2010 accompanied by 10 backup musicians.
Ticket information? read here
Israel Launches New Grading System for Bed And Breakfasts
A new system ranking Israel's approximately 9,000 bed and breakfasts, known as zimmerim, has launched this month due to a significant increase in rural tourism in Israel.
More information on the grading system - read here
eCamp - the Summer Adventure for Jewish Kids
Each summer, Jewish kids and teens aged 8-18 from more than 20 different countries come to Israel to interact with and experience its number one success story: high-tech.
Read more about the activities here
Sales for Nabucco at Masada Continue!
The Israeli Opera, celebrating 25 years, will present a summer weekend of opera in the Dead Sea area, 3-5 June 2010, featuring Verdi’s Nabucco performed on a specially-erected stage against the backdrop of Masada.
Read more on how to get tickets here