Discover Nazareth

Completed in 1969, the Basilica of the Annunciation is considered the largest Christian church in the Middle East and was built over the traditionally recognized grotto where, according to tradition, the Archangel Gabriel announced Jesus's birth to Mary.

The bustling old city around the traditional souk brings together Arab market stalls, spice traders and historic churches of various Christian denominations in a tight space, reflecting the city's religious diversity.

The Nazareth Village open-air museum reconstructs village life from the time of Jesus with authentic terraced fields, an olive press and performers in historic costumes demonstrating traditional craft techniques.

Mary's Well in the city center marks the traditional water source where, according to tradition, Mary fetched water daily, and is enclosed by the Greek Orthodox Church of St. Gabriel with its colorful frescoes.

From Tel Aviv or Haifa, buses connect Nazareth in about one and a half to two hours. A rental car offers additional flexibility for combining the city with other destinations in Galilee.

Completed in 1969, the Basilica of the Annunciation is considered the largest Christian church in the Middle East and was built over the traditionally recognized grotto where, according to tradition, the Archangel Gabriel announced Jesus's birth to Mary.

The bustling old city around the traditional souk brings together Arab market stalls, spice traders and historic churches of various Christian denominations in a tight space, reflecting the city's religious diversity.

The Nazareth Village open-air museum reconstructs village life from the time of Jesus with authentic terraced fields, an olive press and performers in historic costumes demonstrating traditional craft techniques.