Israel is the only country in the world that has more trees today than it did 100 years ago. This is due to an extensive afforestation campaign that has been ongoing since the early 20th century.
Israel has more museums per capita than any other country in the world, with over 200 museums and thousands of historical sites and archaeological sites.
The Dead Sea, located between Israel and Jordan, is the lowest point on Earth, at 430.5 meters below sea level.
Israel is home to the world’s largest solar energy plant, which is located in the Negev desert and covers an area of 20,000 acres.
Israel has the highest number of university degrees per capita in the world, with one in three Israelis holding a university degree.
Israel has more startups per capita than any other country in the world, and is known as the “Startup Nation.” In 2019, Israel had over 6,000 startups, with over $8 billion in investments.
Israel is the only country in the world that has a mandatory military service requirement for both men and women. Men serve for three years, and women serve for two years.
Israel is the only country in the world that has a desert that is blooming. The Negev desert, which covers over 60% of Israel’s land area, is home to a wide range of plant and animal species, as well as numerous agricultural and research projects.
Israel has the highest ratio of university degrees to the population in the world, with over 25% of the population holding a university degree.
