In terms of population and size, Tel Aviv is the second city in the country after. Today it is the largest cultural and economic center of Israel, and its full name sounds like “Tel Aviv-Jaffa”, since in 1950, in April, the ancient city of Jaffa merged with the relatively young city of Tel Aviv, and arose on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean united city municipality.
According to statistics at the end of 2011, 404,750 people lived in the city, however, if we take into account the entire population of Gush Dan - an agglomeration that includes suburbs and a ring of cities such as Givatayim, Bnei Brak, Bat Yam, Holon and - the figure will be already at 3.5 million people.
History of origin and formation
On the territory of modern Tel Aviv-Jaffa, the ruins of the ancient Philistine settlement of Tel Kasila were found. In 1909, a new Jewish district arose in Jaffa - the Ahuzat Bayit quarter, which translates from Hebrew as “small estate”. In May of the following year, 1910, at a general meeting of the inhabitants of the quarter, a decision was made to rename it, and the area acquired a new name - Tel Aviv. This combination of words is found in the sacred Jewish book - the Tanakh - and means “hill of rebirth” or “mound of spring.”
The place with a poetic name was filled with residents and finally grew into a whole city, which began to serve as a center for receiving Jews arriving in Palestine during the British Mandate. At first, mainly immigrants from Poland and Russia came, but with the Nazis coming to power in Germany, Jewish refugees of German origin flocked to the Promised Land; many of these settlers remained in the future metropolis.
The Tel Aviv development of the 30s of the last century is very indicative, because... Architects representing the direction of the German Bauhaus school worked on it. In accordance with the principles of this international style, streets were designed parallel or perpendicular to the coast, concrete houses were built in 2-3 floors and painted in white or light colors to reflect the relentlessly hot rays of the sun and reduce the heating of buildings. The world's largest concentration of such buildings is located in Tel Aviv; they are an outstanding example of a new type of architecture and urban planning of the early 20th century, and in 2003, by decision of UNESCO, the White City was declared a world cultural heritage.
The main goal of developments at that time was to create mass and affordable housing. And the task was successfully completed, and the adaptation of the functional and aesthetic Bauhaus buildings to the local, climatic and cultural traditions of the city is considered unique.
By 1948, the young, rapidly growing city was the de facto center of the Palestinian Jewish community. On Rothschild Boulevard, in the home of Tel Aviv's first mayor, Meir Dizengoff, that year the People's Council, headed by David Ben-Gurion, proclaimed the formation of an independent Jewish state. Tel Aviv was the temporary capital of Israel until the end of the War of Independence in 1949, after which Jerusalem became the official capital of the country.
The Israeli Parliament (Knesset), which was initially called the “Constituent Assembly,” was also first assembled in Tel Aviv, and its meetings were held either in the old building of the Tel Aviv Museum, or in the San Remo Hotel, or in the city cinema. Kesem", on the site of which the Migdal HaOpera shopping and entertainment center was built in 1993.
The city became the economic center of Israel, merging in 1950 with the ancient port of Jaffa and thus turning into Tel Aviv-Jaffa - a young administrative entity that grew, connecting with nearby settlements and creating continuous urban development on the Mediterranean coast.
If you look at the full map of Tel Aviv, you can see that the southern coast of the sea, starting from Jaffa towards, also represents a continuous urban layout, forming a ring of satellite cities following Gush Dan.
Tel Aviv-Jaffa today
If the status of the state capital is officially assigned to Jerusalem, then we can consider that the country has two main cities, since the capital of entertainment and “high” in Israel is undoubtedly Tel Aviv. The eclectic city of contrasts stretches along the Mediterranean Sea for 13.5 kilometers. Modern high-rise buildings and skyscrapers along the Ayalon highway and two, or even one-story houses in the Neve Tzedek area, built in the first quarter of the last century; the luxurious neighborhoods of the northern part of the city and the slums of the old Central Bus Station (Tahani Merkazit); delightful hotels and old inns; technological centers and business offices, and next to them - a dilapidated shoe booth or a tiny sewing workshop - all this coexists in the “city without stopping,” as it is called for its bustling life day and night.
Today the city of Tel Aviv boasts a water park and a yacht club, sports complexes and stadiums, the most important cultural and scientific organizations in the country, including, for example, the largest Museum of Fine Arts - with a sculpture garden, a youth section, departments of contemporary art, graphics, and drawing. , photography, architecture, design, Israeli art and art of the 16th – 19th centuries; Tel Aviv University in the Ramat Aviv area is Israel's leading educational and scientific institution; Immanuel Lutheran Church 1904, Diaspora Museum, Independence Hall and much more.
The majority of foreign embassies in the country are also located in Tel Aviv-Jaffa. In the business part of the metropolis, the multi-storey towers of the Azrieli shopping complex and many stores of world brands in the Dizengoff Center stand out.
It is clear that any tourist is interested in the cost of living in Israel and, naturally, prices in Tel Aviv - the city of pleasures and entertainment. Yes, this city is expensive, perhaps one of the most expensive in the country. Let's look at some numbers for this year, 2013:
Monthly rent for a 3-room apartment (depending on the area) – from 5,500 to 8,000 shekels;
Monthly rent for a 1-room apartment (depending on the area) – from 3300 to 4000 shekels;
Breakfast in a good cafe for 1 person – 70 shekels (outside the city the price will drop to 50 shekels for the same set of dishes);
Taxi ride around the city for 1 km – 3 shekels;
Monthly land tax (depending on the area and area of housing) – 400 – 800 shekels.
For comparison: renting a 3-room apartment will cost monthly: 1850 – 3200 shekels; and in a fairly high-status one - from 3,500 shekels.
Cultural leisure
The city of Tel Aviv-Jaffa is, in fact, the base of modern Hebrew culture. Here are the editorial offices of the daily Hebrew newspapers: Yediot Ahronot (Latest News), Maariv, Haaretz (Country) and the free newspaper Israel Hayom (Israel Today); economic publications “The Marker” and “Kalkalist”. Among the extensive network of public city libraries, of which Tel Aviv There are more than 20, and there is also the oldest Israeli library, Beit Ariela, which is the central fund of the country and contains more than 500,000 copies of books. City residents have the right to use the library free of charge.
Galleries and museums (for example, the famous Tel Aviv Museum of Fine Arts), theaters and concert halls (such as the Golda Meir Center for the Performing Arts or the Mann Palace of Culture), jazz and rock bands performing on small stages, several professional ensembles ballet, including: the Bat-Dor troupe, the world-famous Bat-Sheva troupe and the Israeli Ballet - these are the realities of today's metropolis. The city also has the Israeli Opera, repertory theaters, the list of which includes: Chamber Theatre, Gesher (Bridge), Habima (Stage), the Yiddish language theater Yiddishpil and the Beit Lesin Theater.
Not only museums or theaters are considered cultural, but also people - artists, architects, musicians, performers... Suffice it to recall the Israeli singer Dana International, winner of the 1998 Eurovision Song Contest. “Dana’s” real name is Yaron Cohen: the singer was born on the outskirts of Tel Aviv “in the body of a boy.” At 21, Yaron had gender reassignment surgery and adopted the female name Sharon. Sharon Cohen's artistic life continues under the stage name Dana International, and the city of Tel Aviv lists her story as one of its "interesting facts."
Promenade around the city
Tel Aviv looks like a sparkling Mediterranean pearl in photos and postcards, and for many it reveals this side. But the situation in Tel Aviv is not always festive and not for everyone. So, for example, the southern areas of the city, which are dominated by the often not very friendly Arab population, are considered disadvantaged, and tourists are advised to avoid such places.
For convenience, let’s arm ourselves with a map of Tel Aviv in Russian and take a pleasant and absolutely safe walk through the “non-stop” city, just for our own pleasure, slowly and with pleasure. First, we will get acquainted with one of the central streets - Dizengoff, which crosses the city from north to south, connecting its historical part with the port. The street is named after Meir Dizengoff, one of the founders of Tel Aviv and its first mayor.
Rothschild Boulevard, perpendicular to Dizengoff Street, will lead us to the Habima Theater. This area is the center of the Old Town and is home to the offices of financial institutions and the Securities Exchange. In the evenings, business life gives way to bohemian entertainment, friendly meetings in small cafes, cozy bars and restaurants. There are thousands of such establishments here, but those in Old Jaffa and the Tel Aviv port are especially popular.
Nowadays, as in the distant past, fishermen go to sea from Jaffa, so the fish market always has really fresh fish, and numerous fish restaurants offer customers wonderful fish dishes. Jewelry shops, private art galleries, designer boutiques, the famous Flea Market with rare “trifles” and antiques - we can see all this in Jaffa.
The walk continues, and the map of Tel Aviv, showing us the “party” youth fashion street Shenkin and Nahalat Binyamin street with its “Tuesday and Friday” fairs, will lead to the shady HaYarkon Park in the northern part of the metropolis, where we will take a break from the hot sun and the noisy Tel Aviv crowd.
In the evening, you can have a wonderful time on the beach, where the sea air and an indescribably beautiful view of the sunset will fully complete a fruitful day. In your tourist album, photos of Tel Aviv beaches will take their rightful place and will remind you for a long time of the rustling of the Mediterranean waves and the soft golden sand of the coast.
Scientific and educational institutions
The informal capital of Israel and its business center, a place of unique charm, nicknamed “the city without interruption” for the abundance of midnight entertainment, Tel Aviv-Jaffa, at the same time, is famous for its largest scientific and educational institution - Tel Aviv University, which, along with The University and the Technion (Institute of Technology) and the Open University are the pride of Israeli education and science.
Founded in 1956 by merging the Institute of Judaism, the Institute of Natural Sciences and the Tel Aviv School of Law and Economics, the University today includes 9 faculties, which are divided into additional academic units, and more than 100 schools and institutes. Students can study here social and human sciences, art and management, medicine and law, biology, engineering and exact sciences. The University operates: the only astronomical observatory in the Middle East region; 75 Research Institute, botanical garden, in the laboratory of which research work is carried out on the root system of plants; a zoo with the world's largest collection of Middle Eastern fauna and other scientific organizations.
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Another name of Tel Aviv is “The City That Never Sleeps.” And this is also true. But the name appeared not only because of the love of Tel Aviv residents for relaxation and pleasure. Production and business continue to operate here without interruption, and innovative projects and developments are constantly emerging. And if somewhere “Monday begins on Saturday,” then here “Sunday begins on Shabbat,” because the first day of the working week in Israel is Sunday, Friday evening and Saturday (Shabbat) are considered days off, but truly passionate people relax in the process of creativity, and the city of Tel Aviv is a living example of this.
Today we will try to figure out which capital of Israel is: Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. It turns out that those who claim that this is a modern city with the romantic name Hill of Spring, and others who give primacy to the ancient settlement in the Promised Land, are also right.
A little about the country
Before resolving the eternal debate about which Israel is: Jerusalem or Tel Aviv, we will tell you a little about the country itself. The state is located in the Middle East, in the lands mentioned in the Bible. Just over eight million people live here. Having gone through centuries of misfortunes and wanderings, people managed to return to their homeland and revive it. Today this country is considered one of the most highly developed in the world in terms of economy, army, level of medicine, and attractiveness for tourists. And although conflicts with neighbors arise quite often in Israel, hundreds of thousands of immigrants choose to live there. And pilgrims who want to visit the holy places of three world religions at once are not afraid of anything at all.
Two capitals of one state
So which is it, the capital of Israel - Tel Aviv or Jerusalem? Let's figure it out. According to official data, the main political center of the country is ancient Jerusalem. But it is worth noting that only the government and religious centers are located in it. The remaining sectors of human activity (culture, education, business, entertainment, trade) are concentrated in Tel Aviv. This is a young city with a special flavor and unsurpassed charm. Next, we will dwell in more detail on each of these capitals, since they are in no way inferior to each other.
Ancient Jerusalem
So, the reader already knows which capital of Israel is Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. The city, which is thousands of years old, today attracts people from all over the globe. Interestingly, there are no mineral resources here; it is quite difficult to grow crops here. So why does humanity strive here, to the land promised by God to all Jews? Hard to say.
The city of Jerusalem was mentioned already in the 18-19 centuries. Over the years of its existence, it has changed hands more than once: Persians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Turks, Egyptians, and the British left their traces in these lands. In May 1948, Israel became an independent state and began the countdown to its new life.
Sights of Jerusalem
The debate about which capital of Israel is Tel Aviv or Jerusalem continues even now. But the reader already knows the truth, so we invite him on a virtual journey through the sights of the ancient holy city. And there are a dime a dozen of them here, and, as the locals say, every pebble here is sacred. Therefore, we stop talking about which capital of Israel is Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, and go to
- The Dome of the Rock Mosque has a golden dome, 20 meters in diameter, which is visible from every corner of the Old City. This is a functioning shrine, erected on the site of the ascension of the Prophet Muhammad to heaven.
- The Western Wall is the only surviving wall of the Second Temple of Jerusalem, destroyed by order of Titus. not part of the temple itself, but the remains of support structures around the mountain. But still, every resident or guest of the city considers it his duty to come here and pray to the Almighty.
- The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is the greatest Christian shrine, erected on the site of the crucifixion and burial, as well as the resurrection of Jesus. The first temple was built here by Helen, the mother of Emperor Constantine. According to legend, she found a cave in the dungeon where the body of Christ once rested, as well as the cross on which he was crucified.
- Al-Aqsa Mosque is the third most important shrine of Islam. It was in her direction that Muslims turned until the prophet moved the qibla to Mecca.
- Via Dolorosa is the path that Jesus took while carrying his cross to Calvary. This is the road of sorrow, which has 14 stops, where chapels have now been erected.
- Cathedral of St. James in the Armenian Quarter (12th century).
- Tsidkiyahu Cave, or King Solomon's Quarries.
- Church and monastery of St. Mary Magdalene (18th century), erected by order of the Russian emperor
- Citadel of David. This is not a sacred building, but it has served the people as protection and fortress many times.
Now the reader will forever remember which capital of the state of Israel is Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. And we continue our journey and go to another main city of this wonderful country.
Second capital
We continue our discussion about whether the capital of the country of Israel is Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. More than a million people live in the city, which is rightly called the second capital of the state. Its founding date is considered to be 1909, and forty years later it became the capital of Israel. The Hill of Spring, which is how the name of the settlement is translated, unites several cities: Jaffa, Holon, Petach-Tiqva, Ramat Gan, Bat Yam, Bene Baraq. It is in Tel Aviv, and not in Jerusalem, that the Ministry of Defense and many foreign embassies are located. This city is the center of commercial, financial, industrial and cultural life of the country.
Sights of Tel Aviv
Is the capital of Israel Tel Aviv or Jerusalem? The discussion continues, so we take a tour of the modern and vibrant metropolis called Spring Hill. What interesting things await a traveler who decides to stay here?
- Beaches on the Mediterranean Sea. In fact, this is the entire western part of Tel Aviv, divided into sections. Each beach has not only its own name, but also a rescue service. They are equipped with bike paths and sports grounds, and offer peace and quiet.
- Old Jaffa is a port that has well preserved its former appearance. Here, pay attention to the Clock Square with a tower, the History Museum, the Square of Antiquities, the Old Port and the Flea Market.
- The Carmel Market is the heart of local trade, a noisy bazaar with a unique oriental flavor, where you can hear all the languages of the world.
- The Neve Tzedek neighborhood was once a prestigious neighborhood for the city's wealthiest. Today there are museums, galleries, and boutiques here.
- Museum of Art, located on an area of 18 thousand square meters.
- Rabin Square. This is the place where they were killed. Today a memorial is opened there, and rallies are held every year.
- Crafts market.
- Rothschild Boulevard is the first in the city.
- Yarkon Park is the largest park in the country, located on the river of the same name.
There is a lot to be said about whether the capital of Israel is Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. Each city is important and special in its own way. Don't believe me? See for yourself by visiting them and strolling through their streets!
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It was originally founded as a quarter for the Jewish people in the ancient city of Jaffa. It is believed that Tel Aviv is the epicenter of the agglomeration. Indeed, the city consists of more than ten settlements. Tourists often compare the resort to the largest cities in Europe, for example, even to the Manhattan area. Tel Aviv is located in the east of the Mediterranean Sea.
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel. The city is very attractive to tourists from all over the world. From Tel Aviv it is convenient to travel around the country. Jerusalem is located just 60 kilometers from the city. One of the best and most famous embankments in the world stretches along the sea coast. The beaches alternate, slowly flowing into each other.
The old part of the city is always crowded, although the city cannot be called ancient. It was founded relatively recently at the beginning of the last century. There are plenty of restaurants, cafes, boutiques and souvenir shops. The tourist season here lasts all year round, so no matter what time you plan your vacation, there will always be a lot of interesting places and adventures waiting for you.
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Although the city is not famous for its rich history, there is something to see here. Today, several architecturally significant objects have been preserved in the city. For example, it is worth admiring one of the tallest buildings in the country - the Shalom Tower, consisting of almost 40 floors. Today...
Tel Aviv: excursions and activities
We hasten to disappoint lovers of historical attractions, since there are practically none in Tel Aviv. The city was founded at the beginning of the last century, and did not have time to acquire ancient architectural monuments. But you can still create an interesting excursion route.
First of all, head towards the seaside boulevard, the main street and embankment of the city. The length of the promenade exceeds ten kilometers. The boulevard can take you to Jaffa, where you cannot pass by the artists' quarter and restaurants that serve excellent seafood. The flea market attracts tourists with numerous rare items and trinkets thrown into landfills by their owners. Nightclubs with brightening flashes invite young people to have a fun time.
Undoubtedly, Tel Aviv is the cultural epicenter of the country, so there is no time to waste. Dozens of concert venues, theaters, museums, exhibition halls, and art galleries are concentrated in the city. Tel Aviv is proud of ballet ensembles and rock groups, musicians, jazz performers and theater groups. Visit the Mann Palace of Culture, as well as a museum complex telling about the land of Israel.
History of Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv was founded at the beginning of the last century. Initially, the settlement was one of the Jewish districts of the ancient city, but very quickly it merged with it and with other regional cities, turning into a huge metropolis. Immediately after the founding of Tel Aviv...
The climate in Tel Aviv is more than favorable for holidays at any time of the year. Thanks to the prevailing tropical climate, it is comfortable to relax in the city even in winter, because the thermometer even in December and January does not fall below 15 degrees.
In summer, the resort is very hot. The Mediterranean Sea and light winds will save you from the heat. The best time to travel to this end of the world is the beginning of spring or summer. The velvet season begins in September and ends with the arrival of October. Average annual temperatures range from 20 to 23 degrees.
Tel Aviv: entertainment and active recreation
Tel Aviv is often compared to the best, largest European cities, so there is a lot of entertainment here. Take a leisurely stroll to explore the picturesque city park that lies near the Yarkon River in the north of the city. On the spacious meadows you can have a fun picnic or sunbathe. Numerous winding paths will accompany you throughout the garden. There is also a botanical garden displaying local flora.
Children will love visiting Luna Park, the largest amusement park in the city. There are carousels for all ages without exception. Do not pass by the water park, by the way, the largest in Israel. Slides and pools of various sizes will await you. Extreme sports enthusiasts will be happy to ride an almost vertical slide. If you don’t feel like sleeping at all in the evening, you should visit one of the nightclubs. Modern rhythmic music can be heard from all night bars.
Tel Aviv is famous for its long sandy beaches, stretching for many kilometers and flowing into each other. On the shores you will be offered to rent sports equipment and practice water sports. You can simply rent a yacht or boat and take a boat trip along the coast, exploring the natural resources of the region.
Transport features of Tel Aviv
The city's transport system is heavily overloaded, which is why Tel Aviv suffers from constant traffic jams; calling or catching a taxi is also difficult. Certain taxi fare prices are set by drivers themselves. Minibuses run around the city. Here the ticket price is already fixed. Both throughout Israel and in its cultural capital, bus service is very well developed. The cost for 1 trip will not exceed a few shekels.
Tel Aviv is known as one of the best seaside resorts in Israel. Moreover, the city is the business, cultural and economic center of Israel, so it is constantly developing and transforming. In addition to magnificent beaches, Tel Aviv can offer tourists an exciting excursion program with visits to the ancient quarters of Jaffa, the old port and the picturesque Neve Tzedek area.
Tel Aviv is a dynamic and modern city that preserves old traditions and at the same time is open to new trends. On the picturesque city embankment, dozens of fashionable clubs and restaurants await tourists; the narrow stone streets of Jaffa are haunted by the ghosts of previous centuries; the amazing collection of the Diaspora Museum is imbued with the spirit of the thousand-year wanderings of the Jewish people, who found their homeland only in the middle of the 20th century.
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Jaffa is one of the oldest cities in the world. The first settlements on its territory existed in the 17th-16th centuries BC. The city flourished in ancient times, but was destroyed during the Jewish War. Restoration took place under Emperor Vespasian. During Arab rule and the subsequent Crusades, Jaffa continued to develop as an important port. In 1268, the city was destroyed by the troops of Sultan Baybars I, after which it lay in ruins for 400 years. In the middle of the 20th century, Jaffa was united with Tel Aviv.
Tel Aviv Marine Harbor operated from 1938 to 1965. After its closure, the port remained abandoned for thirty years until it was converted into a tourist area in the 1990s. Today, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues are open here, and well-maintained walking areas are organized for visitors. Once a week there is an antique market on the harbor grounds.
A modern complex consisting of three skyscrapers - a triangular tower (169 meters), a round tower (187 meters) and a square tower (154 meters). All structures were erected in the period 1996-2007. The complex was named after D. Azrieli, an entrepreneur of Israeli origin who took part in the creation of the project. On the 49th floor of the round tower there is a panoramic observation deck, from where you can look at Tel Aviv from a height of 182 meters.
In the 19th century, the first Jewish settlement outside Jaffa was located on the territory of the modern Neve Tzedek district. Land for building houses was purchased from Muslims. Gradually, emigrants from Europe came here and built their homes, so the streets began to resemble the neighborhoods of Krakow, Munich and Prague at the same time. During the 20th century, the area fell into disrepair, but was revived again in the 1990s.
A group of neighborhoods in central Tel Aviv where houses are predominantly white. The main development of this part of the city was carried out in 1920-1950 in the post-war “Bauhaus” style, popular at that time, which implies functionality, convenience and minimalism. The White City is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a monument of urban planning of the 20th century.
The building dates back to 1925, combining features of several architectural styles. The house was built according to the design of A. Levi for a wealthy citizen M. Bloch. An interesting story is connected with its creation, according to which Bloch rejected Levi’s original plan and turned to the American architect. But the latter did not take into account the peculiarities of local architecture, so his project was rejected. Then Bloch came to Levi again. In retaliation, the architect created a building where he mixed styles from different eras.
The exhibition is dedicated to the history of the Jewish combat units "Palmach", created in 1941 to repel a possible attack by the Third Reich on Palestine. The units existed until 1948, when they were incorporated into the newly created Israel Defense Forces. The museum has an interactive format. Using videos, projections and special effects, visitors are shown history “come to life”.
The opening of the museum was timed to coincide with the thirtieth anniversary of the founding of the Israeli state. Its collection is made up of exhibits from which one can study the history of the Jewish Diaspora scattered around the world. The wanderings of the Jews began 2,600 years ago, when King Nebuchadnezzar II took Jerusalem and began to forcefully resettle the Jews from their ancestral lands. The exhibition is dedicated to various aspects of the life of Israelis in other countries.
An archaeological and anthropological museum consisting of extensive collections of historical artifacts found in the lands of Israel. The exhibition consists of several pavilions where ceramics, jewelry, coins, dishes, mosaics, tools and other items are located. The museum was founded in 1953, five years after Israel became a separate state.
A large art gallery where paintings, photographs, graphic drawings, and sculptures are exhibited. Separate exhibitions are dedicated to design and architecture. The museum was created in 1932 on the territory of the house of M. Dizengoff, the mayor of Tel Aviv. Today it is a whole museum complex, consisting of several pavilions and a full-fledged educational center.
Ilana Gur is a self-taught artist and a passionate connoisseur of art, gifted with extraordinary abilities since childhood. Due to developmental characteristics (dyslexia), she was forced to independently comprehend entire layers of knowledge. During her life, Ilana Gur created works from various materials, preferring metal. The museum was opened in 1995 in one of the ancient quarters of Jaffa in a house where a hotel for pilgrims previously operated.
The main military museum of Israel, founded in the 1950s by D. Ben-Gurion, one of the founders of the Israeli state. The museum collection consists of various weapons, ammunition, equipment and military trophies, obtained, among other things, in the process of confronting terrorist organizations. A separate section includes a collection of gifts received by defense ministers and a fleet of government vehicles.
The tower was erected at the beginning of the 20th century with donations from the residents of Jaffa in honor of the anniversary of the coronation of the Ottoman Sultan Abdul Hamid II (at that time the territory of Tel Aviv belonged to the Ottoman Empire). The structure was the first civilian building to house a dial. Before this, clocks were installed only on minarets or church bell towers.
An indoor market where you can profit from delicacies. Its numerous shops sell vegetables, fruits, sweets, cheese, meat, seafood, and fish. The market also has cafes, wine boutiques with a large selection of drinks, and tea shops. There is a branch of the Bishulim culinary school at Sarona Market, which hosts master classes on preparing unusual dishes.
The lively Shuk HaCarmel arose in 1920. Over the years, it has grown into the largest bazaar in Tel Aviv. The first sellers were Jewish emigrants from Russia who came to Israel after 1917. They opened small shops near their houses and sold food and household utensils. Today, almost all residents of Tel Aviv go to the market, since prices here are lower than in stores.
A place where they sell antiques brought from different countries. Here you can find things that once belonged to emigrants of the early 20th century, mixed with completely useless junk. To find something worthwhile, you will have to spend a lot of time, but your efforts will be rewarded, and the tourist will become the happy owner of a valuable item. The flea market is one of the most “colorful” places in Tel Aviv.
A pot suspended on ropes with an orange tree growing inside. It is one of the symbols of the country. The fact is that after the formation of a separate state, Israel began to intensively export oranges, which allowed it to receive good income and resolve many economic problems. A local variety of citrus fruits appeared at the end of the 19th century and was called “Jaffa”.
The park is located in the northern part of Tel Aviv along the river of the same name. It consists of six thematic areas, including a rock garden, a cactus garden and a tropical garden. The park has a lot of entertainment, such as water attractions, a bird corner, sports grounds, a children's playground and a go-kart track. You can come here to just lie on the green lawn and read a book or stroll along the shady alleys.
Tel Aviv's entertainment infrastructure is concentrated on the embankment. Even on traditional Jewish holidays you can find open establishments here. During the day it’s nice to sunbathe on a well-maintained sandy beach, in the evening you can leisurely stroll along a string of hotels, restaurants and shops, and at night you can dance in one of the nightclubs to the music of fashionable DJs.
Tel Aviv is not only the cultural and economic center of Israel, it is also a popular Mediterranean resort. The entire western border of the city is a continuous strip of sand. City beaches are covered with light sand and equipped with all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable stay for visitors. There is even a special beach on the coast for Orthodox Jews.
