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The World Travel and Tourism Council estimates that real GDP growth for tourism in Israel is expected to average 5.0% per annum over the years 2010–2020. The contribution of tourism to Gross Domestic Product is expected by WTTC to rise from 6.4% (US$12.0 billion) in 2010 to 7.2% ($22.1 billion) by 2020. [ 65 ]
Due to its occupation of the State of Palestine, Israel has a strained relationship with UNESCO, described by Palestinian journalist Ramzy Baroud as "an existential battle". [4] UNESCO recognizes Palestine's ownership of East Jerusalem in 2011, despite assigning no countries to the Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls site.
Tourist attractions in Israel, places of interest where tourists visit, typically for their inherent or an exhibited natural or cultural value, historical significance, natural or built beauty, offering leisure and amusement.
Israel's tourism industry has faced a major drop in visitors and revenues since October 7, 2023. Businesses have closed due to Hamas' rocket strikes in the south and Hezbollah's fire in the north.
Tourist attractions in Israel by city (6 C) B. Tourism in Beersheba (1 C) E. Tourism in Eilat (1 C, 2 P) H. Tourism in Haifa (3 C, 1 P) J. Tourism in Jerusalem (4 C ...
The location of Israel An enlargeable map of Israel. The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Israel: . Israel – country in the Middle East, on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern shore of the Red Sea.
Israel on the world map. Israel lies to the north of the equator around 31°30' north latitude and 34°45' east longitude. [1] It measures 424 km (263 mi) from north to south [dubious – discuss] and, at its widest point 114 km (71 mi), from east to west. [1] At its narrowest point, however, this is reduced to just 15 km (9 mi).
Israel's war with Hamas led to a steep decline in tourism to Israel in October, official data showed on Monday. Nearly 99,000 visitors, most designated as tourists, came to Israel in October ...