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🇮🇱 Israel

Israel is a country in Western Asia. Its capital is Jerusalem, it has a population of about 10 million, it spans 20,770 km², and it uses the Israeli new shekel (ILS).

Capital

Jerusalem

Population

10,122,800

Area

20,770 km²

Currency

Israeli new shekel (ILS)

Region

Western Asia

Continent

Asia

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What are the top cities to visit in Israel?

Jerusalem Tel Aviv West Jerusalem Haifa Rishon LeTsiyyon Petaẖ Tiqva Netanya Ashdod Bnei Brak H̱olon Beersheba Ramat Gan Reẖovot Ashkelon Bat Yam Bet Shemesh

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