Photo courtesy of Joanne DiBona
Begin your adventure in the port city of Haifa
The magnificent Mediterranean port of Haifa is a perfect starting point for a short virtual tour of the timeless beauty of Israel. Built on the slopes of Mount Carmel, its history dates back more than 3,000 years.
This view down on the city, port and cruise terminal was taken from the Louis Promenade over the Baháʼí Gardens and the gold-domed Shrine of the Báb, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Haifa is also known for its museums, ethnic restaurants, unique shopping opportunities and its lush civic gardens.
Photo courtesy of Israel Ministry of Tourism
Visit the German Colony, one of Haifa’s many vibrant neighborhoods
Haifa is known for its many neighborhoods, each of which is unique and boasts its own cuisine, art and ambiance. One of the most famous is the German Colony, established in 1868 by a German Protestant sect.
Today, the neighborhood is alive with cafés, boutiques, hotels and restaurants (many serving German cuisine) located in quaint 19th century buildings. The Colony has also become a center of Haifa nightlife, popular with residents and tourists alike. Rising behind the Colony on the slope of Mt. Carmel are luxury…
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