What is the Capital of Israel?

The flag of Israel has a white field with a blue hexagram — the Magen David — centered between two equal horizontal blue bands situated near the top and bottom edges of the field.
Capital of Israel Jerusalem

The capital city of Israel is Jerusalem. Israel is located in Western Asia, Asia, with a population of 10,134,800. The official currency is the Israeli new shekel and the primary language spoken is Arabic.

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Capital of Israel — FAQ

What is the capital of Israel?

The capital of Israel is Jerusalem.

Is Jerusalem the largest city in Israel?

Yes — Jerusalem is both the capital and the largest city of Israel.

What country is Jerusalem in?

Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel.

What continent is Jerusalem in?

Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, is located in Asia.

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