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Israel is a tiny country that contains amazing geographic and cultural diversity. From Mediterranean beaches and mystical hilltop cities to ski slopes and desert landscapes, each region offers distinct experiences and a variety of lifestyles. 

Throughout the country, people of different faiths speak different languages and live side by side, with synagogues, churches, and mosques on neighboring streets. Despite lacking natural resources, Israel became known as the "Start-up Nation" through creativity and innovation. 

Israel harmonizes seeming contradictions—ancient and modern, religious and secular, East and West, diverse communities and shared identity—creating something special and beautiful that exists nowhere else in the world.

This resource was made possible (in part) by funds from Maimonides Fund, Natan Fund and The Covenant Foundation. The statements made and views expressed, however, are solely the responsibility of the authors.

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  • Israel is the only Jewish country in the world—where the Jewish story began and continues today.
  • Israel blends old and new—ancient history and modern life.
  • Israel brings together Jewish communities from all over the world and is home to citizens of many different faiths.

Essential Questions

  • What makes a place special to me?
  • How can something be both very old and very modern at the same time?
  • What happens when old traditions meet new ideas?

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