Though most of the towns and villages on their pathway through the Holy Land are a disappointment to Twain, the city of Shechem is a pleasant surprise. Describe what makes Shechem so unique.

Shechem's people are a pure race, with strict rules about mixing too much with other religions or nationalities. Its family trees can be traced back for thousands of years, and it is here that a copy of the ancient Jewish laws can be seen. The place has two sites of interest: the Mount of Blessings and the Mount of Curses.