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Six: Eilat
埃拉特
As Israel's prime beach getaway, Eilat is sun, sea and sand galore and perfect for adults and children alike.
作为以色列最好的海滩度假胜地，埃拉特有阳光、大海和沙滩，适合成人和儿童游玩。
With warm temperatures even during the winter months,
它即使在冬天的几个月里也很温暖，
this seaside town makes the perfect retreat for those seeking to escape the snow and frost
这个海滨小镇为那些寻求躲避雪霜的人们提供了完美避难所，
that descends elsewhere in the world during this time of the year.
世界的其他地方每年这个时候都会下雪霜。
While sun-bathing and kicking back on the beach are two of the main activities here,
尽管日光浴和在海滩休息是两项主要活动。
those seeking something a bit more active are spoilt for choice.
但那些寻找更活跃东西的人有更好选择。
Diving and snorkelling at Aqua Beach are two popular choices
潜水和浮潜是水上海滩是两个受欢迎的选择，
thanks to the crystal clear water and near perfect visibility found there.
这多亏了清澈干净的水和近乎完美的能见度。
If you want to marvel at the marine life but would prefer to stay dry,
如果你对海洋生物感到惊奇，但更愿保持干燥，
the Underwater Observatory Marine Park is an absolute must.
水下观测海洋公园是必选之地。
Alternatively, travellers can trek through the Red Canyon,
或者，旅行者可以穿过红峡谷，
check out the Timna National Park or go on a wild jeep safari.
看看亭拿国家公园，或者开疯狂吉普车旅行。
Seven: Haifa
海法
The picturesque, peaceful and progressive city of Haifa is a model of harmony between the different communities that live there
风景如画、和平进步的海法城是不同团体和谐生活的典范，
and the perfect embodiment of cultural tolerance.
以及文化宽容的完美体现。
Haifa's beauty pervades every corner of the city
海法的美景遍及城市每个角落，
but nowhere is it more present than the UNESCO-listed Baha'i Gardens.
但没有什么地方比得上联合国教科文组织列出的巴哈伊花园。
Lush and colourful, this oasis is considered one of the top sights in the entire Middle East.
郁郁葱葱的绿洲被认为是整个中东地区的顶级景观之一。
The city's radiance can also be soaked up by a stroll along one of its promenades.
在街道上散步也可以领略它的光辉。
If you time your walk well, you might also get to witness the spectacular sunset as it stains the water pink.
如果你有足够的步行时间，也可以看看壮观的日落，因为它会把水染成粉红色。
For those looking for a dose of culture,
对于那些寻求文化的人，
a visit to Elijah's Cave is a must as is popping in to one of the 240 synagogues
参观以利亚洞穴是必须的，进去就像进入240个犹太教堂中的一个。
and numerous mosques that pepper the region.
该地区还遍布着很多清真寺。
For exquisite views of the city, make your way to the Stella Maris Carmelite Monastery on Mount Carmel.
要想欣赏这座城市的优美景色，你可以去卡梅尔山的斯特拉里斯迦修道院。
Eight: Sea of Galilee
加利利海
Confusingly, the Sea of Galilee, also known as Kinneret, is not actually a sea but a large freshwater lake,
令人困惑的是，加利利海虽称为加里利海，实际并不是海，而是一个大型淡水湖，
located roughly 650ft below sea level.
位于海平面以下约650英尺处。
While most people know of this body of water
大多数人知道这片水域，
because of its biblical significance and status as a site of Christian pilgrimage,
是因为它的圣经意义和基督教朝圣地的地位，
there is plenty of modern excitement to be found both on the lake itself and in the surrounding area.
湖本身和周围地区有许多现代娱乐。
Watersports are popular here and travellers can spend the day in a canoe or kayak
水上运动在这里很受欢迎，游客可以在独木舟或皮艇上度过一天。
or go windsurfing along the temperamental ripples of the water.
或者沿着喜怒无常的涟漪去冲浪。
If you want water that's a bit warmer,
如果你想要更温暖的水，
the nearby Tiberias hot springs are perfect for relaxing and also offer massages and mud treatments.
附近的太巴列温泉非常适合放松，也可以提供按摩和泥浆治疗。
Other nearby attractions include the Galita Chocolate Farm,
其他附近的景点包括Galita巧克力农场，
where travellers can take part in a three-hour chocolate making workshop, and the Korazim National Park.
游客可以在那里参加一个三小时的巧克力制作工作坊，还可以去苛辣匝因国家公园。
Nine: Jaffa
雅法
Travellers to Jaffa are in for a treat,
前往雅法的游客们正在享受着
from the sound of the Mediterranean Sea crashing against the rocks that line its waterfront,
从地中海冲击岸边岩石的声音，
to the exquisite architecture that fills the Old Town.
到散布于这座古城的精致建筑。
Despite being just a stone's throw from the buzzing metropolis of Tel Aviv,
尽管它与特拉维夫嘈杂都市只有一箭之遥，
Jaffa belongs to a different time and has beautifully preserved its old world charm.
但雅法属于不同的时代，保存了它古老世界的魅力。
The best way to get to grips with the area is simply to wander through its narrow, cobbled streets,
对待这个地区最好的办法就是在狭窄的鹅卵石街道上漫步，
you'll be surprised by what you stumble across.
你会惊讶于自己偶然发现的东西。
Once you've absorbed as much culture as you can,
一旦你吸收了尽可能多的文化，
it's time to hit the eateries and make the most of Jaffa's biggest draw card, its gastronomic scenery.
就该去餐馆了，并充分利用雅法最大的画卡——它的美食风景。
Culinary delights hide behind almost every door and include, allegedly,
据说几乎每扇门背后都隐藏着烹饪佳肴，
the best hummus in the world, shwarma and falafel, all Israeli staples that you'll just love getting to know.
世界最好的鹰嘴豆泥，沙威玛和沙拉三明治，所有以色列的主食你都会喜欢了解。
Ten: Masada
马察达
Situated in the Judaean Desert on a magnificent rock plateau,
马察达坐落在壮观岩石高原的犹太沙漠上，
Masada is a fortress that holds a special place in Jewish history
它是在犹太人历史上占有特殊地位的要塞，
as the last site to fall to the Roman army, after being valiantly defended by a group of soldiers known as the Zealots.
经过一群“奋锐党人”的士兵勇敢捍卫之后，是最后一个落到罗马军队的地方。
Within the Masada complex are the remains of the lavish palace
在马察达建筑群内是奢华宫殿的遗迹，
that was constructed for King Herod the Great in a classical Roman style.
这是为希律王建造的古典罗马风格建筑。
This site is said to be the finest and most complete example of this kind of architecture
据说这个遗迹是在罗马世界中发现的
that has ever been found in the Roman world.
最好和最完整的建筑例子。
The easiest way to get to Masada is by taking the cable car,
去马察达最简单的方法是乘坐缆车，
however, this will not get you there in time to see the sunrise.
然而，这不会让你及时看到日出。
Alternative routes are the Roman Ramp and the much more strenuous Snake Path,
另一条路线是罗马斜坡和更艰苦的蛇行路，
which should be climbed at 4am in order to arrive at the summit in time to see the sun come up.
你应该在凌晨4点爬上去，以便及时到达山顶看太阳升起。
