Nature
In the pink: Jerusalem's Botanical Gardens unfurls an array of lotus flowers
If you have ever visited the Botanical Gardens in the summer, you couldn’t have failed to espy the multitude of lotus flowers bursting out of the rich foliage that floats on the circular pond.
Hiking in the Holy Land: Einot Petzael: The hidden oasis most Israelis don’t know about
Nature without barriers: Lotem transforms outdoor experiences for people with disabilities
Trump administration removed dozens of national park exhibits that 'disparage' US
Hiking in the Holy Land: Where the women drew water
Turning back the pages of history, wells appear in the Torah from almost the beginning. As we hike, the signs of that older world are everywhere.
Israel's secret gardens where rare species on the brink of disappearance are being saved
Behind the hiking trails and pastoral landscapes, a special network of refuge gardens operates across the country, where endangered plant species are grown, researched, and returned to nature.
Gofra Beach's mineral-rich sulfur springs reopen after six years
The last time the spring was accessible was in 2020, before rainy conditions caused the Sea of Galilee’s water level to swell and underwater pebbles blocked the spring’s flow.
Six Israeli hiking trails and natural sites to reconnect with nature this Shavuot
The KKL-JNF invites Israelis to experience some of its most beautiful water hiking trails across the country.
Fall asleep beside a campfire or sleep in a bed? The new outdoor vacation
More Israelis are returning to nature, but differently than before: Between basic camping and luxury glamping, a new vacation style combines freedom, comfort and advanced outdoor equipment.
Sea turtle nesting season has launched
This month, the nesting season for sea turtles began in Israel, and volunteers have already identified the first three nests of the season, and moved them to a safe place.
Hiking the Holy Land: Solitary creatures at the edge of the wilderness
Some consider the fox to be wily and cunning. Between children’s fables and Jewish folklore, you might come away thinking this cute, fluffy creature is somehow inferior to other mammals.
The 35-minute miracle: Inside Jerusalem’s best-kept Dead Sea escape
From the heart of the city to the lowest and most healing place on Earth, it is a mere 35-minute trip.
Sunrise, migration, and birdwatching: A new site opens on the Carmel coast
Ma’agan Michael Birdwatching Park, between the Taninim River and Mediterranean, offers guided tours, bird sightings, and serves as a major stopover on the migration route.
Passover and Song of Songs: What spring teaches us about freedom
HIKING THE HOLYLAND: Israel's hiking trails are quieter than they used to be. And yet – spring does not wait.
