Israel – Israel's capital is Jerusalem

(Pronounced iz-ray-uhl and ji-roo-suh-luhm)

To remember the capital of Israel, use the following mnemonic:

Is this railway (Israel) line going to bring a train with the Jew who rules all of them (Jerusalem)?

Interesting facts about Jerusalem:

- Ancient Walls: The towering stone walls currently surrounding the Old City were built in the sixteenth century by the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and feature several historic gates.

- Divided Quarters: The historic Old City is distinctly organised into four unique sections known as the Armenian, Christian, Jewish, and Muslim quarters, each with its own heritage.

- Elevated Geography: Situated high in the Judean Mountains, the city rests more than two thousand feet above sea level, giving it a unique climate and strategic hilltop views.