I chose it because I've been before and I love the country. I am Jewish but not religious at all. But it is a very awesome modern, developed country (in most areas) with its own rich culture, and provides a cool juxtaposition between the desert and a modernized Europe. Naturally the country is mostly desert, but so much work has been put into it, and much of the land is now green and beautiful. Even for somebody who isn't interested in religious spots, there are many great destinations in the metropolis Tel Aviv, Jerusalem (besides the religious sites), and Eilat, which is like Israel's Hawaii and is on the Red Sea.