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The remains of a 6000-year-old Chalcolithic village. Building ruins can be seen in a park just north of the Malcha shopping mall.
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An urban nature reserve, the park is home to 30 gazelles. Not a great recreational site as it mostly lacks shade.
This zoo attracts more visitors than any other paid attraction in Israel. Decades ago, each animal was accompanied by descriptions of where it appeared in the Bible. However, nowadays there is not much Biblical about the zoo - it is simply a generic but quite nice zoo, where you can get very close to the animals. Outside the peccary exhibit is a big sign explaining why "This is not a pig!" in four languages, in case any Jerusalem residents might get offended!.
This modern park is a landmark for Jerusalem kids. Its highlight is a giant monster with three tongues, each of which functions as a children's slide.
Shows a variety of plants from around the world. Plants native to the region have interesting descriptions of their role in local history and religion. All exhibits are outdoors, which can make the garden unpleasantly hot in summer.
Israel's only aquarium outside Eilat. Tickets must be purchased in advance for a specific entrance time. Entrance to the aquarium also lets you visit the butterfly/insect house which is next door (both aquarium and butterfly house are run by the same organization). Parking is available at the aquarium entrance. Bus access is by route 26a or walking from the zoo.