Golan Heights Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
Syrian territory occupied by Israel, annexed in 1981
About Golan Heights
Two-thirds of the Golan Heights has been under Israeli control since 1967, when Israel seized the area during the Six-Day War. The remainder is under Syrian control. Following the 1973 Yom Kippur War, Israel returned another 5% of the land to Syria. Israel began building settlements in the area, and granted the Syrian Druze inhabitants permanent residency status. In 1981, Israel annexed the Golan Heights. This annexation was formally endorsed by theUnited Statesin 2019, but most of the international community, including theUnited Nations, officially considers it to be part ofSyria. Unlike theWest Bank, the part of the Golan Heights controlled by Israel is considered part of the country by most Israelis and by the Israeli government. Security is on par with Israel proper, and you won't find
Top Attractions in Golan Heights
Explore the best things to see and do in Golan Heights:
- ★Aniam artists' village
- ★Deir Aziz synagogue
- ★Ein Tina
- ★Gamla Nature Reserve
- ★(Golani Observation Point) Tel Faher
- ★Golan Trail
- ★Golan Volcanic Park
- ★Hexagon / Meshushim Pools
Where to Eat in Golan Heights
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴De Karina Chocolate Factory
- 🍴The Cowboy Restaurant
Where to Stay in Golan Heights
- 🏨Freedom Guesthouse
- 🏨Genghis Khan
- 🏨Golan Heights Hostel
- 🏨Golan Rooms
- 🏨HaNof HaTzfoni
- 🏨Keshet Debbie
Golan Heights Travel Guide Sections
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