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🇮🇱 Israel Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Israel is a country in Middle East, Asia. It covers a total area of 22,145 km² and has a coastline of 273 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Middle East
sub-region
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Total Area
22,145 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
434/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
273 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1948
established
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Climate
Mediterranean coast, desert south
general type

Location and Position

Israel is situated in Middle East, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 273 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Israel covers a total area of 22,145 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 9.6M across this area, the population density is 434/km². The capital city is Jerusalem.

Climate

The climate of Israel is mediterranean coast, desert south. The best time to visit is generally March–May, September–November, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Israel

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Lebanon
Beirut
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Syria
Damascus
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Jordan
Amman
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Egypt
Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Israel located?

Israel is located in Middle East, Asia. The capital city is Jerusalem.

How large is Israel?

Israel has a total area of 22,145 km² with a population density of 434/km².

What countries border Israel?

Israel shares land borders with: Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Egypt.

What is the climate of Israel?

The climate of Israel is Mediterranean coast, desert south. The best time to visit is March–May, September–November.

What timezone is Israel in?

Israel observes UTC+2/3 timezone.

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