Geography
Israel is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 31.47, 35.13; it has Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria.
Neighboring countries: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria
Asia
Israel
Israel is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Jerusalem
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 10.1 million
- Area
- 21,937 km²
- Currency
- Israeli new shekel (ILS)
- Official language
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Calling code
- +972
- Internet TLD
- .il
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Israel map preview: 31.47, 35.13
People and Culture
Israel uses Arabic, Hebrew in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Israel varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Israel is recorded with the official name State of Israel. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Jerusalem
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Jerusalem
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Israel is grouped under Asia.
- Israel has a listed area of 21,937 km².
- Israel is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Israel
What is the capital of Israel?
The capital of Israel is Jerusalem.
What continent is Israel in?
Israel is in Asia.
What currency does Israel use?
Israel uses the Israeli new shekel.
What language is spoken in Israel?
Arabic, Hebrew is listed for Israel in this database.