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<\/a>Jerusalem View<\/p><\/div>\n
In March, Jerusalem will open its doors to the world’s largest travel bloggers conference \u2013 TBEX<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>\u2013 its first time in the region.<\/p>\n Here, we take you on a journey through Jerusalem’s must-see neighborhoods, recommending a medley of our favorite areas, all of them comfortably located close to the flagship King David Jerusalem Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, the luxurious Dan Panorama Jerusalem<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, warmly hospitable Dan Boutique Hotel Jerusalem<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and the idyllic Dan Jerusalem<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. And, with the city so easy to get around on the Jerusalem Light Railway, you can pack as much in as you have time for.<\/p>\n Hurva Synagogue & The Western Wall<\/p><\/div>\n Church of all Nations & Dormition Abbey<\/p><\/div>\n So much has been written about the Old City that it is difficult to find new words to describe this must-see and unparalleled neighborhood. Shrouded in mystery and endless secrets, the Old City is without doubt one of the city’s well-visited gems, inviting you to explore a medley of cultures, famous holy sites of the three monotheistic faiths dating back thousands of years.<\/p>\n In the Jewish Quarter, you can visit the Western Wall, considered one of the holiest places in the Jewish religion. The Muslim Quarter houses the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock that are sacred to the Muslim faith. In the Christian and Armenian Quarters are important landmarks and churches such as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre that are holy to Christians of all denominations.<\/p>\n Be sure to take in the Cardo, a once bustling outdoor market in the Jewish Quarter, and now a street filled with high quality merchandise. Whether you are interested in religion, architecture, history or just the food, strolling through the Old City’s narrow streets, alleys and markets will leave an impression like no other.<\/p>\n Mamilla<\/p><\/div>\n Mamilla<\/strong><\/p>\n Also on the fringes of the Old City, close to Jaffa Gate, is Mamilla, a modern shimmering and honey\u2013colored area promising visitors an exceptional shopping and culinary experience. Popular with both locals and tourists, the lively and chic outdoor Mamilla Mall brings you designer stores, caf\u00e9s and restaurants underneath ancient rounded archways, classily bridging a unique gap between the ultra-ancient world and the ultra-modern.<\/p>\n A few hundred meters away lies one of the swanky wine and cocktail bars in Mamilla \u2013 Mirror Bar \u2013 and the Rdeli Delicatessen & Wine Bar, the ideal spot for an early evening drink with friends or a taste of charcuterie, gourmet cheeses, boutique wines and spirits.<\/p>\n High spirits are plentiful at one of the best nightclubs in the area – HaMazkeka, which brings you cutting edge musicians, a rich variety of music and an excellent list of drinks.<\/p>\n Yemin Moshe<\/strong><\/p>\n Sandwiched between the Old City and the King David Jerusalem Hotel is the beautiful residential neighborhood of Yemin Moshe, established in 1891 by Moses Montefiore and the first Jewish district build outside the walls of Jerusalem.<\/p>\n Best to walk down the charming cobblestone streets in the late afternoon and take in the stunning architecture, views of the Old City and gaze at the Montefiore Windmill, today a museum towering high above the red roofed houses. Walk south past the epic Sultan’s Pool, one of the most iconic Jerusalem venues for modern music and often home to the city’s summer film festival.<\/p>\n Close by are also two cultural magnets and landmarks: the Jerusalem Cinematheque and the Jerusalem Khan Theatre, which has produced a generation of premier Israeli actors such as Sefi Rivlin and Sasson Gabai.<\/p>\n You can learn about one of Israel’s premier politicians – Menachem Begin \u2013 at the nearby Menachem Begin Heritage Center, which takes you on a fascinating journey through the life and experiences of the country’s sixth Prime Minister as they intertwined with Israel’s history.<\/p>\n First Station Today’s renewed First Station offers visitors the chance to take somewhat quicker Segway, electric or guided tours and sample a broad range of international restaurants ensuring that the most ardent foodie leaves fed and in high spirits.<\/p>\n If retail therapy is your preference, First Station serves up countless pop-up, major and boutique stores and a daily craft market packed with local artisans to offer an urban shopping experience in this uniquely historic part of town.<\/p>\n While many think of Tel Aviv as Israel’s premier nightlife hotspot, the dark and mysterious club Justice, located in the First Station compound, is one venue expected to enhance the city’s reputation, delivering music, an atmosphere and experience to delight any clubber.<\/p>\n German Colony<\/strong><\/p>\n Lying south of the First Station is the charming upscale neighborhood of the German Colony is one of the Dan Hotels’ favorite places. More commonly known locally as Emek Refaim, meaning the valley of the giants, there are a large number of photo opportunities while taking a leisurely stroll around this historical area.<\/p>\n The first residents were the German Templers, Protestants, who settled here in the 19th century, and some of their distinctive architecture of the one or two-storey houses still remains. Now, the main street is at the heart of the city’s caf\u00e9 culture, lined with boutiques, coffee shops, bistros and restaurants such as Caffit, a perfect people-watching spot overlooking the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens.<\/p>\n Downtown Triangle<\/strong><\/p>\n There is no busier place to watch the world go by than the Downtown Triangle, the central commercial and entertainment district in Jerusalem. Bounded by Jaffa Road, King George Street and Ben Yehuda Street, the triangle has been revitalized, offering numerous outdoor cafes and stores open throughout the day,<\/p>\n including one of Israel’s oldest flagship department stores, Hamashbir Lazarchan. When dusk falls, check out some of the city’s best cocktail bars. Watch as the bartenders at the vintage 1920s decadent Great Gatsby chop, peel, grind, squeeze and shake before your eyes the most intoxicating cocktails, including ‘Under the Sea,’ served in a seashell, and ‘Eureka,’ to be sipped from a lightbulb.<\/p>\n Delicious cocktails are also available at the popular and entertaining piano bar Birman, which plays a mix of ragtime, funk, soul and blues.<\/p>\n Close by is the friendly and casual Barrel & Tap, an enjoyable spot for a drink after a long day and one of the better places for draught beer, wines and whiskeys, and also the Videopub gay bar, a relaxed atmosphere for fans of retro 80’s design and contemporary music.<\/p>\n<\/a>Old City<\/h2>\n
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\nContinuing your journey south from the Begin Center is the lively and bustling hub First Station, one of the hottest locations in the city for culture, food and nightlife. Originally the location of the old Jerusalem train station, a lot has changed since many public figures and dignitaries came to marvel at the arrival of a steam train into the new station in 1892.<\/p>\n