As the 2nd International Jerusalem Marathon is fast approaching, Mel Lifshitz is also preparing himself to compete against thousands of marathoners who will be running past the city’s historical spots and places. Mel finds the upcoming running event very exciting because the route the runners will be trudging includes some of his favorite spots and places in the city.
The Menachem Begin Heritage Center
Melly often visits this museum every time he is in Israel. This museum serves as Israel’s tribute to Menachem Begin, a courageous fighter and fearless leader who worked for the freedom and future of his country and people.
The Residence of the President of Israel
The country’s leader residence is located on President Street in the Talbiyeh neighborhood of Jerusalem. It is the official residence of the presidents of the State of Israel. Photo Credit
The Jerusalem Theater
This Theater has 23,000 permanent subscribers. Its auditorium can accommodate 1000 people. It is located in the heart of the Talbiyeh neighborhood in a modern structure that commands a view of its surroundings. Photo Credit
Ammunition Hill
This is one of the most historical spots that tell the story of the State of Israel. At the center of the site, which was officially dedicated in 1975 to commemorate the liberation and unification of Jerusalem, is a monument to commemorate the fallen soldiers of the 66th Brigade. Photo Credit
Other historical spots in the marathon route are the Knesset, Israel Museum, The Supreme Court Building, The Gerard Bechar Center, Mamilla, Jaffa Gate, Zion Gate, The Sultan’s Pool, The Israeli Cinemateque, The Jerusalem Khan Theater, Emek Refaim, The Armon, Hanatziv Promenade, The Jerusalem Municipality, and Hebrew University of Jerusalem Mount Scopus Campus.
If you are visiting Jerusalem on March of next year, you might want to join the marathon by registering here.
