Jerusalem Central Bus Station facts for kids
The Jerusalem Central Bus Station is the main bus station in Jerusalem. It is a very busy place where many buses come and go. This station helps people travel all around the city and to other parts of Israel.
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Jerusalem's Main Bus Station
This important bus station is located at the western entrance of Jerusalem. You can find it on a well-known street called Jaffa Street. It is a big building that helps thousands of people travel every day.
Where is the Station?
The Jerusalem Central Bus Station is easy to find. It is right next to the Jerusalem Binyanei HaUma Railway Station. This means you can easily switch from a bus to a train. The station is also close to the Jerusalem Chords Bridge, which is a famous and modern bridge in the city.
What Happens at a Bus Station?
A bus station is like a big hub for buses. Buses arrive here from many different cities and towns. They also leave from here to take people to various places. It is a place where people meet, say goodbye, and start new journeys.
Inside the Station
The Jerusalem Central Bus Station is more than just a place for buses. It also has shops and places to eat. You can find many things inside, like stores for clothes or snacks. It's a bit like a small shopping mall combined with a travel center. People waiting for their buses can relax or grab something to eat.
Images for kids
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The Jerusalem Central Bus Station
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Hamekasher buses park outside Sha'arei Yerushalayim neighborhood on Jaffa Road in the 1930s
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Inside the departures area on the third floor
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Israeli soldiers waiting for buses on an indoor platform
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A busy shopping area inside the station
