Tours to May holidays in Israel. Between grief and joy: Israel recalls the fallen and preparing for the Day of Independence on May 1 in Israel Holiday

April and May is a very popular time to travel to Israel, here is already in a summer heat, but there is still no exhausting heat. In May, in Israel, you can catch that short period (about 2 weeks or less) when the poppy fields and other vegetation bloom - soon all this will be scorn with the summer sun.

Book tickets and hotels on may holidays It is worth in advance, since those who want to come here at this time are usually a lot.

Weather

In May, the summer in Israel is almost coming. The air temperature in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa - about +24 ... + 26 ° C, and in Eilat it is already very hot - about +35 ° C. The temperature of the water in the Mediterranean is +19 ° C, in red - +22 ° C, and the warmer to swim in the Dead Sea - there is about +25 ° C.

The bathing season in May is open throughout the country, and rains at this time are a big rarity.

How much is

Prices for accommodation in the hotel depend on the city. The most expensive hotels are in Tel Aviv, stay there will cost about 25% more expensive than in Netanya or Haifa. Before settlement, be prepared to make a deposit.

Often it is more profitable to buy a ready tour of the May holidays.

Things to do?

Sunbathe and swim in three seas - the Mediterranean, Red and Dead, go on excursions by holy places and leave a note in the Wall cherished desire, improve your health at the resorts of the Dead Sea and bring beauty to local spa centers, all night to double on the discos Tel Aviv, try the entire falaph in the surrounding cafe and decide where the best.

In April-May, in Israel, one of the main holidays in the year is Independence Day, so there is a chance to see military parades and other solemn events. IN

Calendar of state and religious holidays of Israel. Official weekends in Israel when shops, restaurants and banks can be closed.

Israel is an amazing country, who managed to preserve the originality and traditions and at the same time go forward in an innovative plan. At the same time, there is little where the number of historical and religious heritage is preserved in the world, as here. I barely stepped on the territory of the airport Ben-Gurion, you will realize that the country is inhabited by friendly people with an excellent sense of humor. Respect for traditions could not not affect the holding of holidays in, during the period of which the indescribable atmosphere reigns.

So, what do you need to know the tourist about the main celebrations of this country?

Calendar New Year in Israel

For local residents The night of December 31 on January 1 is not special. This does not mean that the usual for most countries of the New Year in Israel does not exist. On the contrary, local clubs and restaurants are clogged at that time. The problem is only that the rabbinate, as such, does not accept the celebration of the Calendar New Year. Therefore, all entertainment institutions, theaters, cinema halls and art galleries work in full-fledged mode.

If there is a question, go or not go to Israel on New YearThe answer will be unequivocal - of course go. Expect universal fun, as in, it is not worth it, but also do not fit in the hotel room alone, too, do not set up. Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Eilat and Haif will still buzz all night.

IN new Year's Eve You can watch musical ideas from the classics to modern times, to tear yourself away from the disco or look with the child to visit the grandfather Claus. Popular on days new Year's holidays and rural tourism. This is the so-called immersion in the life and culture of the simple people. If such a leisure does not inspire, know that even in the winter in Israel you can go down the river or ride a bike, as the climate is quite soft.

Also during the New Year holidays are pleased with discounts. In Israel, you can meet both national souvenirs, and specially created to this day of the Russian toys.

Winter holidays and festivals of Israel 2019

Israelis amazing people, they give tribute to everyone - from the queen to the trees. In honor of the latter, even his own New Year was invented. This holiday is celebrated in Israel at 15 months shvat. (In 2019 it will be January 31). For him, it is characteristic of planting fruit trees and decorate the table with fruits from his own garden or garden. Seven of them must be present at the festival. These are grapes, figs, grenades, dates, olives, barley and wheat.

For reference. In Israel, a reverent attitude to fruit trees. They can not chop and break, because in the "traditions" they symbolize a person. So, Krona Tree personifies life, fruit - children, and roots - faith.

The festival has its own fruits: garnets sell, as we have apples!

February 25 in the country recalls Queen Esther (Esphyri). Modest, beautiful, respectable woman in one time saved Persian Jews from death and revealed a plot. This day is not in the country weekend, but many Jews go to church and prepare a festive dinner to express respect for the wonderful Esphyr.

Israeli holidays in March 2019

When the fun commandment, and the prayer is consolation.

March 1, 2019 Israel overwhelms a wave of fun. There is nothing surprising in this, because Purim. - One of the most ambitious Jewish holidays. The celebration celebrated in honor of the salvation of the Jewish people has a centuries-old history and tradition. Commitable stages of the holiday is the reading scroll of Esphyr, a festive meal, generous (and delicious!) Gifts are loved ones and, of course, Carnival.

Theatrical ideas began to arrange in the VI century, but the masquerade processions won the hearts of people only in the last two centuries. Today it has acquired an unprecedented scale: Grand carnivals pass in all major cities Countries, participation take thousands of people. Especially lucky the travelers who will be in Israel in early March. Where can I feel better to feel the spirit of the people and join the country's culture, as not on the state festival?

It is noteworthy that Purim is celebrated twice: first throughout Israel, and the next day - in. It so happened that in the newly attributed capital holiday, it is customary to cope a day later.

Jewish Easter It is celebrated for a whole week (in 2019 - from 19 to 27 April). This is the time of pilgrimage and prayers. On the first day none state Institution It does not work, in the following days, the Israelites work on half a day. Tourism during this period acquires exclusively religious color.

Spring Holidays: Tribute Stories and Traditions

April 20th the country will celebrate Independence Day. This is not only a memorable, but also unique in essence holiday. This is the only non-religious celebration in Israel. Scientists, military and artists receive rewards, meat and vegetables are preparing everywhere on open fire, the fireworks flourish in the sky, and in the evening the city streets turn into one huge dance floor.

Lag Ba-Omer (May 3) - a special holiday like everyone else. According to legends, on this day (at 33 days after the reference of the Omer), an epidemic ended the life of 24 thousand students of Rabbi Akiva. Despite the sad story, on the day of Lag Ba-Omer, it is customary to have fun, jump through fires, compete in archery.

With the arrival of the Main May Holiday, Israel seemed to come to life from mourning. In the afternoon, you can admire the colorful ideas, and at night - to test yourself and your own dexterity, pulling over a huge bonfire.

Summer holidays of Israel 2019

In summer, the local residents have no time to celebrate the holidays, because the Jews are a hardworking people. This does not mean that they have no reasons for joy. But truly happy laughter can only be heard in the Sabbath, that is, on Saturdays. If you did not know, this day is considered final in the calendar week.

But once a year it happens that even the holy day off is not a reason for joy. Speech about the day of mourning Tisch-BE-AV (August 1). On the day of the sorrow, the Israelis recall the chain of tragic events: from the destruction of the first temple to the extermination of the nation during World War II.

Traditional New Year in Israel

Unlike the rest of the world, in Israel, the new year is celebrated three times. For most local residents, the reference period of the "new life" begins in the fall. Date this floating, but it never falls on Sunday, Wednesday or Friday. In 2019. Rosh Hashan will be celebrated from 10 to 11 September (Monday-Tuesday). This holiday has its own traditions:

• It is believed that this night in the sky is being solved by the fate of a person: to live him or die. Once in Israel on Rosh Ha Shana, you can hear the wish to be recorded in the book of life.
• Traditional treats for the Jewish New Year - sweets. Round bread or apples are loose in honey in order to bring well-being in the coming year.
• It is customary to refuse acidic food so as not to overshadow the future.
• Another tradition of Israel new Year's table It is the decoration of his head chicken, fish or lamb. In some areas, peculiar dishes are prepared from these parts of the carcasses.

Rosh Ha Shan is considered the beginning of the year, but the salutes and fun on the streets you will not meet. It is rather a holiday of the soul, and not the body - it does not have to count on the spectacle.

If the soul still asks the fireworks of the holiday, you can get on the light show in the museum any day. See what beauty.

Festive October, or "Week Shalyas"

From 5 to 12 October 2019, local residents will come out of their homes, because in the yard Sukkot - One of the most important pilgrim holidays, during which dwellings are being built (slags) from branches and religious rites are performed. This is a tribute to the goal of the Israeli people in the desert. As a rule, the celebration coincides with the harvest time. Therefore, at the same time, it is customary thanks to God for this, ask for rain and just enjoy life.

Despite the significance of this holiday for Israel, the locals do not receive the "October Vacation" as a gift. One day is quite enough, local authorities consider. But according to tradition, it is possible to sleep only in a hood, so a particularly religious part of the population takes "otgul" and even vacation at its own expense.

The easiest way to children and students are the whole week for them.

Hanukkah in Israel, or festivals of light

On December 13-20, Israeli city flare up thousand lights. The brightest week of the year begins - Hanukkah. Every day the number of light on the streets becomes more. In the houses are trying to light the candles daily: on the first day one, and then in the increasing - up to 8 candles. They are customary to put on the windowsill or entrance doors - lucky those who live in high-rise buildings!

During this holiday in Israel, there are fried donuts or pancakes, as well as play the top. Most of the festival are rejoiced by children, because Hanukkah replaces Christmas in the country. Kids give gifts, and older guys are money. Schools and kindergartens do not work at this time.

If you missed Easter or beach season In Israel, go to Hanukkah. Such a rosy of light you will not be installed anywhere. Particularly colorfully passes the festival in Jerusalem.

Excursions in Israel at the best prices

The most interesting excursions in Israel are routes from local residents. Themes for every taste: from historical and religious to gastronomic tours along the eastern markets. It is better to book in advance for festive dates. All excursions are held in Russian, and all the walks on the trip letter are already more than 60!

Weekends in Israel 2019

Many of Israel festivals last weeks, and only the first days are official weekends. When are the official holidays in the country?

• December 31 and January 1 - New Year;
• January 31. - New Year of fruit trees;
• 20 April - Israeli Independence Day;
• April 21, 2019. - Easter in Israel;
• September 9-10, 2019. - New Year of Rosh Ha Shan;
• October 5. - the beginning of Sukkota;
• December 13th - Start Hanukkah.

In the calendar of Israel, there are several significant dates: the day of Queen Esfiri (February 25), Purim (March 1, 2019), Lag Ba-Omer (May 3, 2019) and Tisch-BE-AB (August 1). Official weekends they are not.

And remember the main thing: the seventh day of the week (Saturday) in this country is the sacred, he is given to communicate with God. If it is simpler, then for a full rest, when it is impossible to do not only work, but also worldly matters - up to driving cars or purchasing products a week ahead.

Most holidays in the country are religious, and therefore should begin with prayer. Probably, therefore, Israel leads in the list of places on Earth, where the largest number of pilgrims from all over the world arrives.

Many Mediterranean countries open their beaches for vacationers in May. And this is not good. Rest this month is the most favorable, as suitable weather contributes to him. The number of rains begins to dry out sea \u200b\u200bwater It warms up, and I am glad not completely scorching the sun. An amazing area for recreation in the Mediterranean is the Holy Land - Israel. This little country is surrounded by forests, mountains, deserts, gorgeous beach and reserved zones, church I. cultural monuments. Israeli tourists happily meet medical resorts, fussy large cities impregnated with cultural events. What is the rest in Israel in May?

Weather conditions in May

A very important question for a visit to the area of \u200b\u200bsubtropical climate is the weather. Is it worth going to Israel in May? You do not even need to doubt this choice! Weather in Israel in May excellent in any corner of the country. Enjoying true happiness will help warm air, gentle sea and not too scorching sun. This is facilitated by the Mediterranean subtropical climate. The relief of the holy land is very diverse, so the temperature in different corners May vary. Mountainous areas Inherent in coolness, and coastal cities are pleased with moderate warmth.

Israelis have something to be proud of, their country is washes four seas. Where exactly go to Israel in May? Good weather This month there are tourists throughout the country. The Red Sea area is highlighted by the hottest weather in Israel in May. Temperature here can reach +35 ° C. In more northern areas, the high-speed indicators may be about +25 ° C.

What is the temperature of the seas in Israel in May? Water in the late spring is significantly warming up, about +24 ° C. The dead sea is the most affectionate, the temperature in it reaches +31 ° C (Eilat).

In the cities of Netanya, Ashdod, Tel Aviv spring is very comfortable: the thermometer rises to 27 ° C. At night in Israel (in May) it is also warm, average temperature +20 ° C. The dead sea will also please their visitors, the temperature near his shores can rise at the end of May to +38 ° C. Closer to the summer at the resorts of Israel is becoming hotter as day as day and night.

Features of classes and beach holidays in May in Israel

All Israeli shores begin in the spring bathing season. In Israel, the sun is generously shine, the velvety sea becomes a pair, and the sky is cloudless. Bright beach leisure to sunbathing tourists is guaranteed. May is optimum month For a beautiful and healthy tan and present bathing. At the beginning of the month, water warms up to +21 ° C, and the second half will delight water to +23 ° C. People who do not tolerate sultry weather are best to go to the tour to Israel in May.

The natural world of Holy Land this month will delight fresh green leaves, flowering trees and shrubs. In the mountains and meadows of Israel, you can watch the blooming meadows, later the sun burns out.

Where to visit and what to see?

Israel has very rich history. Each corner here testifies to the stormy past. The most popular routes for tourists are sacred places. You can visit Jerusalem at any time of the year, this cradle of Christianity captures the Spirit. Jerusalem surprises the abundance of tombs, grotts, monasteries, gardens, underground tunnels. The sorrowful path, the wall of crying, the church of the Holy Sepulcher, Calvary - these are the most popular places of the city from biblical gods.

Bethlehem is 8 km from Jerusalem, which also go a lot of pilgrims. Guests can enjoy the guests of Caissaria, Nazareth. In the city of Ramla, you can see a very interesting Park "Mini Israel". Many things are interesting in Tiberias. The modern Tel Aviv affects its architecture. Beach holiday Please the city of Eilat.

Entertainment events

Each tourist will find in Israel to taste. Wonderful water parks of the country are pleasing not only to children, but also adults. Jerusalem joyfully reveals the doors to visitors to the Biblical Zoo, where birds, reptiles, mammals mentioned in the Holy Scripture are collected. Ramat Ghana pleases tourists with its zoological center "Safari".

In Jerusalem, private events offering visitors are held in Jerusalem. The best artists and performers of the country this month are going to the Israel festival, which can also be visited. Various holidays, fairs are held in Tel Aviv, Rosh Pin, where vacationers are stored with local souvenirs. One of the celebrations of the country in May is Independence Day.

May evenings and nights in Israel are also unforgettable! There are many nightclubs, restaurants, bars, discos.

Not only rest, but also rehabilitation

Miscellaneous events are good, but what about rehabilitation in May? Many Europeans prefer to be treated in Israel. Medical services in this country are one of the best in the world. So, Lake Kirenet is famous for its wellness centers. For treatment, sea water is used, which is useful for blood and nervous systems. In the real medicinal zone turned the region of the Dead Sea.

Tours to Israel in May

Rest in Israel in May costs tourists a little more expensive than in the summer. The price of the junctions is approximately 1300 EUR. People going there in spring are focused on resort rest. Most often, tourists fly to Tel Aviv and Eilat having a developed infrastructure.

So, the company TUI offers in May to visit Israel for 27,000 rubles per person. Departures are made from Moscow.

The tour operator israelonline.travel has the following suggestions: an eight-day tour of the dead sea - 505 USD, "seven days in nonsense" - 488 USD, "Israel and Jordan" - 774 USD for 8 days.

"KMP Group" has a wide range of excursions in Israel. Most often, the tour lasts 7-8 days.

Tourists often use the services of such tour operators like Coral Travel, Shalom Israel Travel. They often make discounts, gifts, carry out shares.

Holidays in Israel in May 2018

Jewish holidays in Israel in May 2018

Public Holidays in Israel in May 2018

Festive days in Israel in May 2018

Memorable Dates in Israel in May 2018

In May, 4 holidays are celebrated in Israel. This is Lag Ba-Omer, the Day of Salvation and Liberation (Yom Schirur Ve-Azal), Jerusalem Day (Yom-Yerushalaim), Shavuck

According to the Jewish calendar Lag Ba-Omer - 18th of the month of Iyar 5778

Lag-Ba-Omer is a festive day of the Jewish calendar, who celebrates the anniversary of the death of the Great sage and Kabbalist Rabba Shimon Bar Johhai. This day is satisfied with picnics and other fun, harness fires and shoot onion

Business Day in Israel

This is the only holiday in the country by grigorian calendar. If May 9 falls on Saturday, then festive events Torn on Sunday

The holiday is established by the Law of Israel "The celebration of the Victory Day over Nazi Germany" №2659 dated July 26, 2017 and in 2018 will be celebrated for the first time

The law enshrines the state status of the holiday, approves the date of its holding and determines the procedure for organizing celebrations, which previously passed throughout Israel with the support of the Central and Local Authorities

In parts of the Israel Defense Army and in secondary schools will be paid to the study of the topic of victory over Germany.

In Israel, annually, since 2018, will provide cash Local authorities to work to perpetuate memory about this event. In addition, the holiday will be celebrated by processing in Jerusalem, a solemn meeting of the parliament and a government ceremony. The Israelis celebrated the holiday before, but for the first time they were approved at the state level
At the same time, the Day of Victory, as the Day of Salvation and Liberation (Yom Schirur Ve-Aqale), will be celebrated, first of all in separate schools (mainly - the Jewish religious sector of education) with the permission of the Minister of Education 26 Iyar on the Jewish calendar

Business Day in Israel

May 11, 2018, on Friday, the day of salvation and liberation is celebrated in Israel,Yom Schirur Ve-Azal

According to the Jewish calendar yom Schirur Ve-Azal - the 26th of the month of Iyar 5778

Victory Day celebration in Great Patriotic War In Israel and in the largest Jewish communities in Europe. It has been celebrated since 2015. At its essence, the day of salvation and liberation is a holiday of prayers and gratitude

May 13, 2018, on Sunday, in Israel, the day of Jerusalem, Yom-Yerushalaim

According to the Jewish calendar Yom-Yerushalaim - 28 years of the month of Iyar 5778

Proclaimed in honor of the reunion of Jerusalem after the six-day war (1967). During the war, for the first time in two thousand years, control over the sacred places - the temple mountain and the cry of crying was established. This day symbolizes the historical connection of the Jewish people with Jerusalem

Business Day in Israel

According to the Jewish calendar Yom-Yerushalaim - 6778 months of Sivan ( russian name Pentecost - 50th Day Omer)

Yom Tov - Festive Day

Jewish holiday, Torah Jews Tow on Mount Sinai when leaving Egypt. Chautuot's holiday is celebrated in honor of Sinai Revelation. On this day, in 2448 from the creation of the world (1312 BC), the Most High gave the Jews of Torah and the Ten Commandments - the moral and ethical basis of all human civilization. The diaspora marks 6 and 7 numbers

Day off in Israel

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