From the stones of Jerusalem to the waves of Tel Aviv's Mediterranean beaches, Israel has cradled the history of many faiths since the beginning of time. The Holy Land of Israel is sacred to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. This is where ancient history and ancient religious texts come vividly to life, and few other places in the world offer so much to sustain the spirit, feed the intellect, and stimulate the senses. Located where three continents, Africa, Asia, and Europe meet, Israel is intense. Within its comparatively small territory, it reveals abundant riches, from cherished religious sites to well-preserved archaeological treasures and spectacular natural wonders.