Today, I would like to prepare a travel guide for those who are considering going to Jerusalem, the historical city of the Middle East.. I will provide up-to-date practical travel information about Jerusalem with my one-to-one travel experience.. However, the fact that it is overly affected by the chaos of today’s world leaves many question marks in mind.. I was just like you before I left! Now I start my travel guide by listing these curious questions and unknowns under headings.
First of all, if you say I don’t know Jerusalem at all and I want to learn general information about it, You can make a short visit to my travel post. For the sake of not repeating, I will not mention it here.
A Representative Jerusalem Building / Old City
How to Get to Jerusalem?
In general, you need to come to Israel to reach Jerusalem.
strong> You can also reach via Jordan, but this is a more difficult option.. There are frequent flights from our country to Tel Aviv.. This is how I made my visit.
Afterwards, you need to use buses to reach Jerusalem from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport.
One floor in front of the terminal. you have to go up and take bus 485 which will take you directly to Jerusalem. The bus leaves every hour, you can see the remaining minutes on the electronic screens.. Let me remind you in advance that Jerusalem is the Turkish name of this city, you should check it as Jerusalem and Jerusalem !
While Waiting for the Jerusalem Bus / Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv
Is there a Visa to Jerusalem?
The shortest answer is yes! Jerusalem You must obtain an Israeli visa for your visits. This visa can be obtained free of charge and simply.. If you have an official passport, you are exempt from this visa for short trips.
For visa and general travel matters to Israel Tel Aviv travel notes you can check it out.
Entry Card to Israel
Where to Stay in Jerusalem?
I think the best option to stay in Jerusalem is to drink with history small hotels and hostels. The modern region has everything from world-famous hotel chains.. But Is it okay to come to Jerusalem and look for luxury?
My advice to young people like me is definitely hostels in the old city.. One of them at Hebron Hostel. I paid only $11 per night for the hostel, and that’s a pretty fair price for Jerusalem.
My Hostel Entrance / Jerusalem Old City
Why Go to Jerusalem?
Find a reason and definitely come to Jerusalem. This is one of the cities that impressed me after a long time. From its mystical atmosphere to its historical monuments, everything is in a perfect picture.
Also, you feel yourself in a holy place while visiting Jerusalem, which is also sacred for our religion. You will find it in the tour.
The Impressive Architecture of the Dome of the Rock
Is Jerusalem Safe?
I’m sure everyone is most curious about whether Jerusalem is safe or not.. We are talking about a city at the center of political turmoil, which you can see on the news almost every day.
This city surprised me from the very first moment.. Because contrary to expectations, this place is no different from a developed European city.. Modern Jerusalem has all the facilities in our country.. The historical points of the city are also under good protection and maintenance. And in a very safe way.
Israeli Soldiers Posing for Tourists
Being a Tourist in Jerusalem
Being a tourist in Jerusalem is also very ordinary. In fact, the history of this city and the people living in it have a cosmopolitan structure.. Here there is something for you no matter what race and religion you have!
I chatted with German, Polish, Spanish, Chinese and American people as well as Turks in the hostel I stayed in.. I say hostel anyway, think about it Jerusalem has European hostels too.
If Tourists Are Caught in the Rain of Splendor in Jerusalem / Church of the Holy Sepulcher Behind Me
Is Jerusalem Expensive?
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Travel economy is also important in Jerusalem. We are talking about a place under Israeli control at the moment.. Naturally shekel is used. Those who examine my Tel Aviv article will know what the national income is in Israel.. There is an expensive life in Jerusalem as well.
Almost everything is at least 2 times more expensive than our country. But hostels and restaurants in the old city are relatively more affordable compared to the modern part.
My Tram Ticket for 5 Shekels / West Jerusalem
How Many Days to Visit Jerusalem?
I visited this city in almost 1.5 days. Jerusalem is one of the cities you can’t visit completely! There is something important under every street. If you spend 1 week here, you can find different things every day.
But generally speaking, I think 2 days is more than enough for the first-plan attractions.. The strategic word for traveling in a short time like me is travel planning, because the visiting hours of the places you will visit in this city must be taken into account.
Jerusalem Overview / All Places to Visit Are Inside the Walls Behind Me
When to Go to Jerusalem ?
You can come to Jerusalem anytime. It’s hot here all year.. It coincided with the coldest day of the year even for me the weather was around 14-18 degrees.
Of course, spending the summer in Jerusalem may not be a good idea. In very hot weather, it will be difficult for you to create a pleasant walking route like me.
While Wandering in the Rain, Which You Can’t See Too Often in Jerusalem. There is a feast here for those who can’t get used to different things easily like me.
You can find our meals especially in the restaurants in the old city.. In addition, there is usually free dinner at the places you stay.. Apart from that, there are things such as pizza and hamburgers that you can find all over the world in the modern region.
The City of Jerusalem in Rainy Weather and Me / The Wailing Wall Behind Me
How Are The People of Jerusalem?
Let’s talk about the people of Jerusalem too. Palestinians, Israelis, Arabs, Turks and many more…
Contrary to what is portrayed in Jerusalem, there is actually a people accustomed to living with each other. You can observe the cosmopolitan structure of the city at every point.. Muslims are not only in their neighborhood, and the Jews are not on their side!
As I mentioned, the entire structure can be seen in a photo I took on the tram. Maybe they are not very affectionate among themselves or they had to get used to it, but it is true that time has made them live together.
Cosmopolitan Painting on the Jerusalem Tram
Places to Visit around Jerusalem
Finally, you have come all the way to Jerusalem. where to visit in the region. First, there is the Dead Sea. Unfortunately, I couldn’t add another place to the Jerusalem trip, which is already extra for me
You have to agree with tour companies to go to the Dead Sea. The reception at the place where you will stay will guide you in this regard.. You can also go to Jordan in the same way.. The capital, Amman, is only 60 kilometers away from Jerusalem.
Apart from that, you can go to Israel’s interesting city, Tel Aviv. The eastern shores of the Mediterranean can be reached in just one hour by bus.
The Coastal Road Towards Old Jaffa / Tel Aviv, Israel
What’s Jerusalem Like?
That’s exactly what this is. You should read my Jerusalem Travel Notes that I wrote for you and contain my whole adventure! In addition to the information I have given here, I share everything that has happened to me, places to visit in Jerusalem and tips in this city
Continuation of the article: Jerusalem Travel My Notes →
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