Fast Facts

 

Population​7,980,000

CapitalJe​rusalem​

LanguagesHebrew, Arabic (Official)​

 

Dialing Code​+972​

CurrencyNew Israeli Shekel (NIS)​

Electricity230V/50Hz​

 

System AdministrationDemocracy​

Date of IndependenceOn the 14th Day of May, 1948, the State of Israel was Established.

 

National Symbols

• Hatikva - THe National Anthem

  THe National anthem click to listen

  

• National Emblem

  The official emblem of the State of Israel is a candelabrum (menorah), whose shape is said to be derived from the seven-branched moriah, a plant known since antiquity. The olive branches on either side represent Israel's yearning for peace.