Nof HaGalil, Nazareth

Name: Nof HaGalil
Address: Nazareth, Israel

#12 among attractions in Nazareth

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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. Today, 29% of the city's population is Arab. Its name was changed in 2019 to "Nof HaGalil" following a plebiscite in which 80% of voters, although with low turnout, approved the change. ()

Alternative names: Area: 12.56 mi²Coordinates: 32°42'42"N, 35°19'29"E

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

1.7 miSW
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...
1.4 miW
Landmark church with subterranean chapel
Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Nazareth
36 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...
1.6 miW
Catholic church on a historical site
St. Joseph's Church, Nazareth
42 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...
2.1 miSW
Museum, Visitor center, Sacred and religious sites
Nazareth Village, Nazareth
53 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...
1.7 miW
Mosque
White Mosque, Nazareth
43 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...
1.4 miW
Historical place, Archaeological site
Mary's Well, Nazareth
36 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...
1.8 miW
Church
Basilica of Jesus the Adolescent, Nazareth
46 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...
1.6 miS
Prehistoric site
Qafzeh cave, Nazareth
42 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...
1.7 miW
Church
Synagogue Church, Nazareth
44 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.
2.1 miW
Church
Maronite Church of the Annunciation, Nazareth
55 min walk • The Maronite Church of the Annunciation is the name given to a Maronite Catholic church that is located in the city of Nazareth, in northern Israel.
1.7 miW
Church
Greek Catholic Church of Nazareth, Nazareth
44 min walk • The Greek Catholic Church of the Annunciation is the parish church of the Melkite Greek Catholic community in the city of Nazareth in northern Israel.