Israel
Asia · Western Asia
- Capital
- Jerusalem
Israel's government sits in Jerusalem, which Israel names as its capital. Its status is disputed; most embassies are in Tel Aviv.
Famous for
- Animal Ibex
- Food Falafel
- Festival Hanukkah
- Landmark Masada
- Sport Football
Three facts
Country
The Negev Desert covers more than half of Israel's land area.
Capital: Jerusalem
Marc Chagall made 12 stained-glass windows, one for each tribe of Israel, for the synagogue of Jerusalem's Hadassah hospital.
Flag
Israel's blue stripes were inspired by the striped Jewish prayer shawl, or tallit.
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