Lod Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Israel
About Lod
The city's name is pronounced like the English word "load". Some locals will pronounce it like "lude". Lod has a long history, and is mentioned briefly in the Bible. Today it has a mixed Arab and Jewish population of 72,000 people. Lod is best known for its proximity toBen Gurion International Airport(TLV), previously known as Lod Airport. Lod, in the past, was also known to Israelis as being run-down and crime-ridden, and the old central city was quite dilapidated. Nevertheless, Lod is prospering and the crime percentages are significantly lower thanks to the police in the city. Thus, visitors will be safe in the city and will enjoy to see the harmony between the Jewish and the Arab population.
Top Attractions in Lod
Explore the best things to see and do in Lod:
- ★Baybars Bridge
- ★Hilo Khan
- ★Lod Mosaic Center
- ★Museum of Jewish Heritage in Israel
- ★Well of Peace
Where to Eat in Lod
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Pickup Burger
- 🍴Pizza Domino
- 🍴Vered bakery
Lod Travel Guide Sections
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