Time Zone |
Europe/Bucharest |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Jerusalem |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Bucharest, the capital and largest city of Romania, is located in the middle of the Danube River Plain in the southeast of the country and is a political, economic and cultural center. The historic city is a blend of Orthodox, Byzantine and French flavors, and was once known as "Little Paris". The old town has preserved medieval buildings and Orthodox churches, while the iconic Palace of the Parliament (now the Palais des Congrès), the world's second-largest administrative building, is an imposing sight. As the economic hub of Romania, Bucharest has a vibrant and diverse mix of industrial, technological and service companies, as well as universities and cultural institutions.
Holon is an important city in the southern part of the Tel Aviv metropolitan area in Israel, located on the Mediterranean coast, only about 10 kilometers from Tel Aviv, and is the fifth largest city in Israel. As an industrial and technological center, Holon has a well-developed manufacturing, aerospace and electronics industry, and is home to many innovative companies and technology start-ups, and is known as one of the "Silicon Valleys of Israel". The city is home to renowned educational institutions such as the Holon Institute of Technology and the annual Holon International Film Festival, which has an international impact. With its proximity to Ben Gurion Airport, excellent infrastructure and multicultural atmosphere, Holon is one of Israel's most economically vibrant cities, combining the energy of a modern city with the livability of a seaside town.