Iksal, Nazareth

Name: Iksal
Address: Nazareth, Israel

#24 among attractions in Nazareth

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Iksal is an Arab local council in northern Israel, about 5 kilometres southeast of Nazareth. It has an area of 9,000 dunams and a population of 14,784 primarily Muslim inhabitants. ()

Local name: אכסאל Area: 3.46 mi²Coordinates: 32°40'60"N, 35°19'0"E

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Nearby attractions include: Basilica of the Annunciation, Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph's Church, Mount Precipice.

1.7 miNW
Church on the site of the Annunciation
Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth
44 min walk • The Basilica of the Annunciation stands as a beacon of spirituality and history in the heart of Nazareth, Israel. This monumental church, revered by Christians around the world, marks the traditional site where the Angel Gabriel is believed to have announced to the...
1.9 miNW
Landmark church with subterranean chapel
Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Nazareth
48 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nazareth, the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This sacred site is revered by many as the spot where the Archangel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would bear the...
1.7 miNW
Catholic church on a historical site
St. Joseph's Church, Nazareth
45 min walk • St. Joseph's Church, situated in the heart of Nazareth, Israel, is a site of profound historical and religious significance. This church, often overshadowed by the nearby Basilica of the Annunciation, stands on what is believed to be the location of the carpentry...
1.1 miW
Scenic mountain with a biblical history
Mount Precipice, Nazareth
27 min walk • Mount Precipice, also known as Mount Kedumim, is a towering landmark located on the southern edge of the city of Nazareth in Israel. This mountain is steeped in religious significance and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Jezreel Valley and the Galilean...
1.9 miNW
Museum, Visitor center, Sacred and religious sites
Nazareth Village, Nazareth
48 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the city of Nazareth, Israel, Nazareth Village stands as a unique museum that transports visitors back in time to the era of Jesus. This open-air museum meticulously recreates the life, environment, and atmosphere of a Jewish village in the...
1.8 miNW
Mosque
White Mosque, Nazareth
46 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Nazareth, Israel, the White Mosque stands as a beacon of Islamic architecture and cultural heritage. This mosque, known for its gleaming white walls and elegant minaret, is not just a place of worship but also a symbol of the city's rich...
1.8 miNW
Historical place, Archaeological site
Mary's Well, Nazareth
47 min walk • Mary's Well, located in the heart of Nazareth, Israel, is an archaeological site steeped in historical and cultural significance. This ancient well is traditionally considered the spot where the Angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would bear the Son of...
2.1 miNW
Church
Basilica of Jesus the Adolescent, Nazareth
53 min walk • Perched on the hilltops of Nazareth, the Basilica of Jesus the Adolescent emerges as a beacon of architectural splendor in the city revered as the childhood home of Jesus Christ. This church, a relatively modern addition to the ancient city's landscape, was constructed...
~1950 ftN
Prehistoric site
Qafzeh cave, Nazareth
10 min walk • Nestled in the hills surrounding the city of Nazareth, Israel, the Qafzeh Cave is a prehistoric site of significant anthropological interest. Discovered in 1933, this cave has yielded a treasure trove of archaeological finds, most notably a series of human skeletal...
2 miN
Area
Nof HaGalil, Nazareth
52 min walk • Nof HaGalil is a city in the Northern District of Israel with a population of 41,734. Founded in 1957 as Nazareth Illit, it was planned as a Jewish town overlooking the Arab city of Nazareth and the Jezreel Valley.
1.8 miNW
Church
Synagogue Church, Nazareth
47 min walk • The Synagogue Church is a small Christian church in the heart of Nazareth known by this name due to a tradition claiming that it the location where the village synagogue stood in Jesus' time.