Kosher and Jewish Life in Nazareth Ilit

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Nazareth Ilit. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Nazareth Ilit, Israel.

About Nazareth Ilit

Nazareth Illit is a city in the Northern District of Israel. At the end of 2007 it had a population of 40,800. Nazareth Illit was founded in 1957. It was planned as a Jewish town overlooking the Arab city of Nazareth and the Jezreel Valley. Nazareth Illit's municipality cares for maintaining the city's green grounds and for the forestry of the city. Located by the city, is the "Churchill Forest" (the money for which has been donated by the Jewish community of Britain in memory of Sir Winston Churchill). The forest, which lies on the downslope between Nazareth and Jezreel Valley, provides observation spots on the valley. In Nazareth, the climate is warm and temperate. In Nazareth, the average annual temperature is 19.4 °C. About 580 mm of precipitation falls annually.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Nazareth Ilit

Nearly 90% of Nazareth Illit’s population is Jewish, the city has recently opened a Hesder Yeshivah and is attracting Jewish families to the city. There are over 30 synagogues and a good range of kosher restaurants, cafes, fast food outlets and shops.

Weather In Nazareth Ilit

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Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!