Galilee

Rare gemstone discovered by 12-year-old boy during archaeological dig in ancient Jewish village

Dig director Dr. Achia Kohn-Tavorn from Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate stone often used in jewelry and signet rings by the Romans as a symbol of wealth.

Twelve-year-old Alon Horwitz who discovered an ancient gemstone at Korazim National Park in the Galilee, June 1, 2026.
Jewish and Druze students come together and share bread and vegetables grown at a farm extension of the Amal high school in Yanuh Jat in November 2025.

These schools build Druze Israeli identity, one student at a time

Israelis take cover in a public shelter in the northern Israeli city of Safed as a siren sounds warning of incoming missiles fired into Israel, March 10, 2026

Home Front Command issues new guidelines for the North, canceling school in Lebanon border towns

Israeli Kindergarten in Northern Israel

One-third of students not registered for school in Kiryat Shmona, mayor warns


From pre-army program to festival: Three young women revive the feminine spirit of the Galilee

Doron, Gali, and Ella joined a Mechina in Sde Nehemia, felt the region’s trauma, and chose to act. They’re launching a women’s festival with workshops, a fair, and dancing to revive the Galilee.

 Initiators of the "Returning to the Galilee" Festival

A vision that crosses borders: The Upper Galilee unveils a new bridge over the Hermon Stream

The bridge, funded by the Israel Land Authority and built with local partners, is part of a major tourism plan featuring promenades, eco-parking, and restoration of the Hermon Stream banks.

 Sde Nehemia Bridge

The hidden flavors of the Galilee: 3 experiences you shouldn’t miss at the Ba Li Galil festival

The Beit Hakerem culinary fest is back May 29–June 2, 2025, with family fun: Folklore shows, magical tours, and a festive Shavuot at Lotem. Here’s your guide to savoring every moment!

 Western Galilee "Ba Li Galil" Festival

'I asked to participate': Israeli doctor praises IDF for killing terrorists, asks to join

“Yesterday, soldiers from the battalion killed dozens of terrorists. I asked to participate in the eliminations," Dr. Amos Sabo posted on X.

 Dr. Sabo protested against anti-government demonstrations in 2024 while carrying an M-16 rifle.

How dialogue and olive oil can nurture tolerance and coexistence

Sindyanna of Galilee is a nonprofit organization that promotes cooperation between Jewish and Arab women.

 Nadia Giol at the Visitors Centre

After long absence, Galilee festival returns to celebrate local Jewish, Druze, Arab communities

The vision for the festival is to meet the wonderful and diverse residents of this great landscape.

 Ba Li Galil in the Galilee.

Spring is here: The perfect time for fun hikes around the Sea of Galile

Spring has arrived, the weather is warming up but still pleasant, making it the perfect time to explore the Sea of Galilee area. Here are a few fun trails around Israel's national lake to enjoy.

 Vacationers at the Sea of Galilee

Celebrating Lag Ba’omer, a heroic chapter in Jewish history - opinion

During Bar Kochba’s revolt against the Romans, a terrible epidemic struck Rabbi Akiva’s students, and 24,000 men lost their lives. The epidemic suddenly stopped on Lag Ba’omer.

 The real festivities begin when a huge bonfire is lit at midnight on Lag Ba'omer.

Three dead in fire that broke out in residence in Deir el-Asad

Two of the victims were a woman and her 10-year-old son.

 Israeli firefighters try to extinguish a fire which broke out in Jerusalem, May 16, 2025.

Revolution in the Druze town: A new neighborhood with hundreds of apartments and a green park

The Ministry of Construction and Housing and the local authority in the Druze town of Kisra-Sumei approved the construction of a new neighborhood in the town.

 The plan to expand the Druze town Kisra-Sumei