Um Rush Rush — Attraction in Eilat

The name may sound funny but this is an important site in Eilat. If you want to connect to the modern history of Eilat this us a site you should not miss if visiting Eilat. The building that the first Israeli soldiers who reached Eilat from the Negev brigade can be found. And next to it a sculpture of a flagpole and a soldier climbing the pole reminds the visitors the historic event that took place here in 1949. There is a large open plaza an this site is right next to a mall and...

After Israel was attacked in 1948 after declaring independence, the war raged for a long period. This location marks the last liberated spot in Israel- resembling the end of the war. Both the Golani brigade and Pal-mach army raced here, the Palmach won by a margin of a few hours. They didn’t have a flag so they improvised one, thus the name...

Eilat (historical name Um Rash Rash) is a wonderful getaway from the European cold. It is known for its great wheather throughout the year, beautiful beaches with clear water. Also great place for diving, snorkelling, wind surfing, water ski and Kite surfing. You can also swim with dolphins and visit Egypt and Jordan for a day...