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Lower Galilee

Lower Galilee Travel Guide

The Lower Galilee is a history-soaked region where scores of events in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament took place. Blessed with forested hills, fertile valleys, gushing springs, and the mystical lake called the Sea of Galilee, it has strong appeal for many people. The graves of Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and Druze holy men attract those seeking spiritual solace. However, this region is also the scene of earthly delights, including fine restaurants and spas. More »

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Places to Explore

Beit She'an
Cana
Degania and Kinneret
Ginosar
Hammat Gader
Hammat Tiberias
Korazim

Kursi and the Eastern Shore
Mount of Beatitudes
Mt. Gilboa and Environs
Mt. Tabor
Nazareth
Tabgha
Tiberias

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