Over the years, many studies have shown that spending time in nature, particularly in forests, contributes to mental and physical well-being, brings joy, and helps achieve peace of mind.
While Israel might not have an array of fall foilage, parts of the Israel trail give hikers an insider's knowledge of biblical flora and fauna.
Discover the beauty of Agmon Poleg park on the Sharon coast - a hidden gem featuring a lake, walking path, wildlife, and lush lawns. Perfect for a short family trip on a Saturday morning.
While gazelle sightings in Israel are already uncommon due to their endangered status, this one is reported to be the first of its kind to be spotted.
The African desert warbler, or Curruca deserti, is a small songbird typically found in northwest Africa. This was the second known sighting in Israel, after a first in 2013.
Nearby, don’t miss the Roman stairs that were built for Hadrian Caesar, reminding you that the trail you just finished is an old Roman path from the 2nd-century period.
Nowadays, Tel Azekah is the place where tourists go to learn about the battle of David and Goliath. From the top of this hill, one can see the entire Valley of Elah, where the battle took place.
This beautiful creature has colorful rear wings, and surprisingly, its front wings are almost transparent. No other butterfly in Israel has transparent-like wings except the Apollo.
Nature and Parks Authority inspector Assaf Shlomo Mizrahi has been closely monitoring a pair of bald eagles, an endangered species in Israel.
The public is invited to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count to help scientists learn more.
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