Landmarks in Israel
Mediterranean Sea
This is a sea to the west of Israel. It is surrounded on almost all sides by land with its only outlet to the ocean being the Strait of Gibraltar, and it has been a crucial route for merchants of ancient times. Tel Aviv and Haifa, two major Israeli cities, are located on this sea.
כַּפִּית
teaspoon
Hummus
A dip or spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
Arak
An anise-flavored spirit made from grapes that is typically diluted with water, causing it to turn cloudy.
חמור (khamor)
Donkey
Gulf of Aqaba
This is a gulf located south of the Negev Desert, between the Sinai and Arabian Peninsulas. The resort city of Eilat is located at the northern tip of this gulf that is an extension of the Red Sea.
מַזְלֵג
fork
Falafel
Deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas and spices, often served in pita bread.
Kosher spirits
Any spirit must have all additives certified as kosher
פיל (hapil)
Elephant
Sea of Galilee
This is a lake in northeastern Israel that is located along the Jordan River, which flows through it. It is the lowest freshwater lake in the world, and the second lowest in general to only the Dead Sea.
סַכִּין
knife
Shakshuka
Eggs poached in a sauce of tomatoes, chili peppers, and onions, often served for breakfast.
Kosher wine
Must be handled only by Sabbath-observing Jews, and some process steps cannot occur on the Sabbath.
צב (tzav)
Turtle
Jordan River
This is a River that flows through the Sea of Galilee and has its mouth in the Dead Sea, which is home to the lowest point on land in the world. It has its source on Mount Hermon, the highest mountain in Syria, and is the second largest source of water for Israel.
צַלַּחַת
plate
Tahini
A paste made from ground sesame seeds, used as a spread or a sauce.
Mevushal
This term means "cooked" in Hebrew and refers to a flash-pasteurization process for kosher wine.
ברווז (bavrazi)
Duck
Golan Heights
This is a region northeast of Israel that is occupied by the country but internationally recognized as part of Syria. It is a plateau region east of the Sea of Galilee, and was effectively annexed by Israel in 1981 during the Six-Day War
קְעָרָה
bowl
Pita
A round, flat, hollow bread that can be opened to form a pocket for fillings.
Kiddush wine
A sweet, sacramental wine used for Jewish rituals
סוס (sus)
Horse