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of David Light and Sound Show. Jerusalem’s 4,000 year old history is brought to life during this state-ofthe-art, multi-sensory experience that utilizes 20 projectors, 10 video players, 14 computers and 14 loudspeakers, resulting in an extraordinary experience that will linger long after the last orchestral note and breathtaking, virtual reality image has faded away. Insider tip: See below for the perfect end to your evening. Unique Experience If you’re afraid you won’t have time to see it all or just want to take in the city’s highlights from another perspective, join ZuZu on one of their magical, mysterious Midnight Bike Tours. The company will supply you with a good bike, light and helmet and a fun, knowledgeable guide who will lead you on a twoor three-hour circle tour offering spectacular views of the Old City, as you pedal through the quiet, empty streets up to the top of a hill overlooking the city lights. Insider tip: Zuzu also offers a variety of Segway City Tours in either Hebrew or English. Non-Schlocky Souvenirs American Colony Pool Alit Jewelry Yad LaKashish: Lifeline for the Old not only offers one-stop shopping for beautiful, gently-priced, handmade jewelry, candlesticks, menorahs and other quality crafts, but at the same time you’ll be performing a mitzvah (charitable act) since this non-profit organization provides approximately 300 of Jerusalem’s needy elderly and disabled a sense of purpose through creative work opportunities. Located in the Musrara neighborhood of Old Jerusalem, the small shack which was originally used as the bookbindery has grown into an impressive complex, offering daily workshops in ceramics, metalwork, embroidery, silk painting, woodwork, papier-mâché and much more. Standouts include colorful Ethiopian clay mobiles, recycled paper stationery and very cool handmade metal Star of David necklaces, which are also available online Insider Tip: Sign up in advance for a tour where you’ll be able to meet these inspiring artisans and see their work works-in-progress. Email in advance to schedule a tour. Halva Kingdom decision 12 American Colony welcoming lobby Market Mayhem The Mahne Yehuda Market aka The Jerusalem Shuk ranks up there with the world’s best. The minute you set foot in the Shuk you are enveloped by the same captivating scents, sights and flavors that have wooed shoppers since the Ottoman Era, when it served as a social meeting place. Join the throngs of mankind at this cacophonous food market haphazardly lined with over 250 stalls stocked with the finest local produce, freshly ground coffee, Strolling through the Old City quarters