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Jerusalem Travel Guide

Jerusalem has been the holiest city in Judaism and the spiritual center of the Jewish people since the 10th century BCE. The city contains a number of significant ancient Christian sites and is widely considered the third-holiest city in Islam.

About Jerusalem

Jerusalem covers an area of 49 sq. miles (125.1 square Km) and is estimated to have a population of 750,000 people being the capital[iii] and largest city of Israel.The city has a history that goes back as far as the 4th millennium, making it one of the oldest cities in the world.

Avi Biran, Silversmith

Award-winning Avi Biran specializes in his own brand of contemporary Judaica — the designs have elegance, but also have a sense of humor and insight that that makes you think about the rituals and customs these objects are meant to accompany. Prices range from several hundred dollars for a mezuzah or dreidel, to thousands for a major Chanukah menorah.

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