First sights in Israel

Tel Aviv from the plane.

We usually take pictures of interesting oddities, one of a kind sights, bits that somehow signify the difference of Israeli life - so don't expect many famous historical photos.

Libby's favorite sign on first walk in Jerusalem

above this display.

Biblical symbolism in silver: the Ark of the Covenant

and Noah's Ark.

Inside Mehane Yehuda market.

Well worn poster at the entrance to Mea Shearim, the ultra orthodox quarter in Jerusalem.

The round Ethiopian Church

We obeyed this request.

And this one (though we have no idea what the language at bottom might be).