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Fascinating history, pastoral alleyways and breathtaking views: Jerusalem is a whirlwind of holy sites, fantastic food, and cultural vibrancy. This year, the Jerusalem marathon takes place on March 8 th , and it’s the perfect occasion to visit Israel’s beautiful capital / By Nava Marton Fresh mountain air: a soul-boosting day trip to Jerusalem

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Running against the most beautiful backdrop | The Jerusalem marathon

The international Jerusalem “Winner” marathon will this year take place for the 13 th time and as always, tens of thousands of runners are coming from far and wide to take part. This year’s marathon is dedicated to the IDF and the Israeli security forces to enhance social resilience in these difficult times of war. The Jerusalem marathon is one of the most challenging in the world and runners pass by some of the

world’s most incredible historical, religious, and cultural sites, such as the walls of the Old City, the Tower of David, the Sultan’s Pool, etc. The marathon isn’t just a sports event but an occasion to celebrate the city and its inhabitants and many associations take part, notably the “Shalva” association for people with disabilities, the “Hayenu” association for children with cancer and their families, the “Isha LeIsha” association

that promotes equality between the sexes and female empowerment, and the Jerusalemite association “Ratzim lelo gvulot” that promotes cooperation between Arabs and Jews through sport. The marathon has six tracks: full (42.2 km), half marathon (21.1 km), 10 km, 5 km, family race (1.7 km), and communities (0.8 km). For registration and information: jerusalem-marathon.com

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