Jerusalem
Israel โข Middle East
Holy City
Overview
๐ Greetings
Handshakes are common. Religious Jews may not shake hands with opposite gender - wait for them to extend their hand. Israelis are direct and informal.
๐ฝ๏ธ Dining
Kosher dietary laws are observed by many. Shabbat (Friday sunset to Saturday sunset) affects restaurant availability. Hummus and falafel are staples. Tipping 10-15% is expected.
๐ Dress Code
Casual and practical. Modest dress at religious sites - cover shoulders and knees. Women need head coverings at the Western Wall. Comfortable walking shoes essential.
๐ซ Things to Avoid
- โขDiscussing politics without invitation
- โขMaking assumptions about religious observance
- โขPhotographing ultra-Orthodox Jews
- โขDriving in religious neighborhoods on Shabbat
- โขPublic displays of affection at holy sites
๐ก Did You Know?
Israel has more museums per capita than any other country
The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth
Hebrew was revived as a spoken language in the 19th century
Israel has the highest number of startups per capita
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