| Since 1948, Israel has been the official homeland to all Jews, but its history is also closely tied
to the origins Christianity, and Islam. Impressive archeological sites, ancient churches,
mosques, and synagogues still in use, and streets filled with people of
exotic dress and manners offer a fascinating glimpse of a complex history
and a living multicultural society.
Canaanites, Philistines, Egyptians,
Babylonians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Crusaders, and Turks have all invaded,
destroyed, built, and left behind their legacy of art, architecture,
culture, and religion. The ancient Western Wall, the sparkling Dome of the Rock, and
the majestic Mount of Olives proclaim the origins of all three major western religions in this land.
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