Israel
State of Israel
People: Israeli
Israel is a small but technologically advanced nation, with Jerusalem sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Israel is located in Western Asia and has a population of around 10.1 million. Its capital city is Jerusalem, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic.
Israel — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | State of Israel |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Jerusalem |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Western Asia |
| Population | 10,134,800 |
| Area | 21,937 km² |
| Currency | Israeli new shekel (ILS) ₪ |
| Official Languages | Arabic, Hebrew |
| Dialling Code | +972 |
| Internet TLD | .il |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 100 (police) / 101 (ambulance) |
| ISO Code | IL / ISR |
| Borders | Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Israel
What is the capital of Israel?
The capital of Israel is Jerusalem.
What currency does Israel use?
Israel uses the Israeli new shekel (ILS, symbol: ₪).
What language do they speak in Israel?
The official languages of Israel are Arabic and Hebrew.
What is the dialling code for Israel?
The international dialling code for Israel is +972.
What side of the road does Israel drive on?
Israel drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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