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__ Israel  __




 * Flag Description: **

white with a blue hexagram (six-pointed linear star) known as the Magen David (Shield of David) centered between two equal horizontal blue bands near the top and bottom edges of the flag. The Star of David (Magen David) is also known as the Jewish star and is a symbol of Judaism. The Star was officially used as a Jewish symbol for the first time in 1354. A modern interpretation of the Israeli flag states the blue and white stripes represent purity, guided by the principles of the Torah and the Star of David represents a new beginning for Israel. From most accounts, the Magen David was originally chosen on the flag of the Jewish community of Prague in the middle ages for decorative purposes. It was basically just a star with no meaning to it. There is a custom used for the Israeli national flag's flagpole. The flag pole is painted blue, about one third of the way up the pole, and white at the top section.
 * Interesting Israeli Flag Facts:**



= Location = Israel is located in the Eastern Hemishere on the continent of Asia in the Middle East section of Asia.

= Quick Facts = Israel's capital is Jerusalem. Israel's population is 7,233,701. The official language of Israel is Hebrew. The official Religion is Judaism.

= //**Geography**// = Some mountains of Israel are the Central Mountains, Upper Galilee Mountains, Lower Galilee Mounatins. Some rivers of Israel are the Jordan River, Alexander River, Yarkon River.

= Government = The Prime Minister of Israel is Binyamin “Bibi” Netanyahu elected in March31 2009. One of the Vice Prime Minister is Silvan Shalom elected in March 31 2009. The other Vice Prime Minister is Moshe “Boogie” Yaalon March 31 2009.

=  = = Problems in Israel = Two current issues in Israel are the Israel and Palestinian conflict and there is Anti-Semitism in Israel.

=  = = Imports = Some of the imports of Israel are crude oil, raw material and military equipment.

= Exports = Some of the exports of Israel are cut diamonds, high-techology equipment, agricultural products like fruits and vegetables.

=  = = Important Dates = May 14, 1948 - David Ben Gurion proclaims the state of Israel. Also known as Israel's independence. May 15, 1948 - Jordanian, Egyptian, Syrian, Lebanese, Iraqi and Saudi Arabian forces invade the new state and the first Arab-Israeli war begins. The war, with ceasefires, lasts until armistices are signed in 1949. Israel emerges with 50 per cent more territory than allocated to it under the UN partition plan. June 5 - Jun 10, 1967 - Six Day War. In a pre-emptive air strike, Israel effectively destroys the air forces of Egypt, Syria and Jordan, paving the way for a ground offensive. By the time the ceasefire is declared, the armies of Egypt, Syria and Jordan are defeated and Israel occupies the Sinai desert, the Gaza Strip, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. October 6, 1973 - Egypt and Syria launch surprise attacks against Israel and initially make gains along the Suez Canal and on the Golan Heights. The Israeli army rallies and by the time a ceasefire is declared on Oct 24, Israeli troops are holding positions on the Egyptian side of the canal, and are deep in Syria.

=  = = Places to Visit in Israel = Jerusalem is not only the capital of Israel, but also the largest city and one of the fastest growing towns with a population of about 650,000. erusalem is situated in the Judean Hills at a height of about 762 meters above sea level. The Israeli parliament, the president’s residence and the government offices are located in Jerusalem. Jerusalem is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. A wonderful place for tourism and / or a vacation. Its beauty is an intermingling of the scenic views offered around the city, its varied architectural styles which blend many cultures and eras all done in the familiar Jerusalem stone. Its is impossible to encompass the whole city in a short visit; Jerusalem encompasses many world renowned archaeological sites. Each building and stone reflects a history of its own as well as representing many cultures and religions.

Caesarea Maritima was built by Herod the Great in 25 B.C ., so that the city has been surely influenced by the roman culture during its history. Today Caesarea is also one of the most tourist places in Israel it’s a renowned sea destination because of its geographic position, directly on the Mediterranean coast. Caesarea is located halfaway between Tel Aviv and Haifa, so that is very easy to reach from the International Ben Gurion Airport. Caesarea is a city of the past and the future, the new opposite the ancient. While new Caesarea is graced with magnificent modern homes, ancient Caesarea offers tourists the ruins of unique, impressive buildings. Horse races are reenacted in the huge hippodrome in the national park. While modern Caesarea’s neighborhoods are quiet and serene in the glory of contemporary architecture, ancient Caesarea is bustling with tourists who come to see the wonders of the past that were built by one of the greatest builders of the ancient world - King Herod.

Tiberias is a city located along the coastline of the Sea of Galilee in Israel. The city is known to the people as the place where Lord Jesus preached. Rich in its history, it is also referred to as the ‘ city of treasures ’. Around 30,000 people are housed in this famous holiday resort of north Israel. Tiberia was named after the Roman Emperor Tiberius and was a popular tourist destination even in ancient times for its hot springs. Graves of a two holly Jewish people who berried in the old part of the city. The first one is: Rabbi Meir Baal Haness, who noun as a person who done miracles (the mining of "haness" in Hebrew is miracle). People, are coming to pray on his grave and wishing for a release. Harambam grave, who noun as a greatest jewise theologist that generate in the 12th century. He lived in Egypt but asked to berry in Israel. From is grave you can see the kinneret.



=<span style="display: block; color: #e313e7; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: center;">Difference between Israel and US = Israel is different than the United States because their leader is a prime minister and the United States leader is the president. Israel is the about the size of New Jersey. Israel is a 61 year old country and the United Staes have been around for 233 years. For peace nogations Israel gave up land that they earned from wars while the United States did not really do that on the Western Hemishere.

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