population: 0.09 million

extension: 38.63 square kilometers

Museums

If you're in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut and interested in museums, I would suggest you visit the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. It's located approximately 30 km from Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut and has a vast collection of art, archaeology, and Judaica that showcases Israel's history and culture.

If you're looking for other museums near Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, you can also consider visiting the Bible Lands Museum or the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial both located in Jerusalem, or the Design Museum Holon which is located around 45 km away from Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut.

Food

Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut is located in central Israel and is a relatively new city, so it doesn't have any local dishes that are specific to the area. However, you can try some popular and typical Israeli dishes that are widely available in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut:

1. Falafel: deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas, herbs, and spices, often served in pita bread with salad and tahini sauce.

2. Hummus: a dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, usually served with warm pita bread.

3. Shawarma: thin slices of marinated meat (usually lamb, chicken, or beef) that are stacked on a vertical spit and roasted slowly, then shaved off and served in a pita with salad and sauces.

4. Sabich: a pita sandwich filled with fried eggplant, hard-boiled eggs, hummus, tahini, Israeli salad, and amba (a tangy pickled mango sauce).

5. Shakshuka: a dish of poached eggs in a sauce of tomatoes, peppers, onions, and spices, served with bread for dipping.

These dishes are widely popular in Israel and you can find them in many restaurants and street food stalls in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut and throughout the country.

Activities

Sure, here are some fun activities that locals in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut enjoy:

1. Hiking trails: There are many hiking trails in and around Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, such as the Anava Park Trail, which offers beautiful views of the surrounding hills.

2. Shopping: The Azrieli Mall is a popular destination for locals to shop, dine, and catch a movie.

3. Parks: The city has many parks such as the Anava Park, Titora Hill, and the Park HaTzora'ah which offer great spots for picnics and outdoor relaxation.

4. Sports facilities: Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut has many sports facilities including swimming pools, tennis courts, soccer fields, and basketball courts.

5. Cultural events: Check out the city's cultural events calendar to see if there are any concerts, festivals or performances taking place during your visit.

6. Beer brewery tour: Visit the Alexander Brewery, located in nearby Emek Hefer, for a tour of the brewery and beer tasting.

7. Food market: Visit the Levinsky Market in Tel Aviv, about 45-minute drive from Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, for a local food experience.