Samaria, the Coastal Plain, and the Sharon
This region is divided into four central areas:
- The Coastal Plain & Gush Dan
- The Sharon Plain
- The Shomron
- The Judean Foothills
We will focus on the main sites and settlements throughout the Coastal Plain, the Sharon and Samaria in Central Israel.
We will learn about the history, heritage, and geography of the region, as well as the environmental and community projects that KKL-JNF runs in the area.
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Sites & Regions in Samaria, the Coastal Plain, and the Sharon
The Coastal Plain & Gush Dan Tel Aviv Holon, Petah Tikva & Gush Dan The Sharon Plain Hadera & Caesarea Herzliya a& Netanya Kfar Saba, Ra’anana & the Surrounding Area
The White City of Tel Aviv
This informative video (01:35) introduces the unique architectural story of “The White City” of Tel Aviv, a UNESCO World Heritage site made up of more than 4000 Bauhaus-style buildings. Through
White Night in Tel Aviv
From i24NEWS, this video (02:27) introduces “White Night,” an all-night cultural event in Tel Aviv celebrated each year since UNESCO named a neighborhood of the city a World Heritage Site
The White City: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
This article from the Tel Aviv-Jaffa Municipality website explains why UNESCO proclaimed a historic area of Tel Aviv as a World Cultural Heritage site. It tells the story behind the world’s largest
Before Bauhaus: “White City, Black City” Remembers Tel Aviv-Jaffa’s Forgotten History
Written by urban planner Jesse Fox in Haaretz, this article is a summary and review of Sharon Rotbard’s “White City, Black City: Architecture and War in Tel Aviv and Jaffa.” This
Tel Aviv Then & Now
The first three pages of this edition of Tel Aviv University’s Kesher Journal present an overview of Tel Aviv’s history from its inception as a “homestead society” in 1906 to
KKL-JNF House in Tel Aviv: Where the State of Israel Was Born
A brief journey (1:23) into ‘Beit Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael’, or KKL-JNF House. It was here that David Ben-Gurion and others pre-State leaders hotly debated their contesting views about what should
Suzanne Dellal Center for Dance in Israel
Published by online Israeli news magazine, Israeli 21c, this video [03:36] spotlights the prestigious Suzanne Dellal cultural center, located in Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv. The Batsheva Dance company, recognized as
The Restoration of the Writers’ House and the establishment of the Nahum Gutman Museum of Art
This video [05:25], published by the National Portal of Museums in Israel, offers a brief overview of the life and art of the “Land of Israel” artist, Nahum Gutman (1898
Neve Tzedek: Where Old Meets New in Tel Aviv
Check out Neve Tzedek, the trendy Tel Aviv neighborhood featured in this video [03:45], published by the online news magazine Israel 21c. Neve Tzedek was founded in 1887 by Jewish
Alexander River/Italy Park: Rehabilitation for Coexistence
From the website of KKL-JNF, this article introduces the history and attractions of the Alexander River, a 32 km long river running through the mountains of Samaria from city of Nablus
Remembering Israeli War Hero Ariel Sharon
This video [03:27], published by the CBN (Christian Broadcasting Network), recounts the dramatic life of Israeli war hero and former prime minister, Ariel Sharon. Sharon fought in all of Israels
Neve Tzedek: Hip & Historical
This video (03:44) tells the story of Neve Tzedek, the first Jewish neighborhood built outside of the old port city of Jaffa. A bohemian artist colony in the 1900s, the
Bursting the ‘Bubble’ as Tel Aviv Turns 100
In this article, Lisa Goldman explores how the vision of the “First Hebrew City” has been achieved in “one of Zionism’s greatest success stories.” Tracing the city’s development from its
Restoring Tel Aviv’s Yarkon River / Rosh Tzipor Forest
This clip (2:42) introduces the quiet oasis of greenery and serenity located in the heart of the urban metropolis of Gush Dan: the Yarkon River. Beginning in the 1950s, the
Rehab for a River
This informative article from non-profit news magazine ISRAEL21c walks us through what it took to transform Israel’s Yarkon River from an ecological disaster to a beautiful center for recreation and nature.
The White City of Tel Aviv: The Modern Movement
From the UNESCO website, this video (01:58) and accompanying article explore the history, architectural vision and symbolism behind “The White City” of Tel Aviv, the world’s largest collection of International or
Trees Rooted in Tel Aviv’s History
An ode to Israel’s trees in honor of Tu B’shvat, this Times of Israel Blog post follows tree historian Yaacov Shkolnik of the Jewish National Fund to four of his favorite trees in
A Tale of Two Cities: Jerusalem & Tel Aviv in an Age of Globalization
In this academic article (13 pages), Prof. Nurit Alfasi of Ben Gurion University and Prof. Tovi Fenster of Tel Aviv University compare the impact of globalization on “local Jerusalem” and “global Tel Aviv,”
Startup Guide: Tel Aviv
Startup Guide: Tel Aviv is a website dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with Tel Aviv’s dynamic startup scene, providing an introduction to the city’s startup ecosystem and insider information, such as the
A Brief History of Tel Aviv
From the Tel Aviv Municipality website, this article summarizes the history of the First Hebrew City, from its founding in 1909, through its development into a modern “garden city” in the 1920s,
Tel Aviv Celebrates 100 Years
Produced by ISRAEL21c in honor of Tel Aviv’s 100th birthday, this video (03:16) celebrates how far Israel has come since its founding in 1909. It tells the story of the
The Mythography of Tel Aviv
Produced by Leadel, a Jewish Media Hub that focuses on Jewish identity in the 21st century, this video (09:41) explores the vision, myths and culture which fueled Tel Aviv’s development from
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Legend in the Dunes
In Hebrew with English subtitles, this nostalgic song tells the story of a century of Tel Aviv’s evolution, from its founding on sand dunes to its development into a modern
Arik Einstein: White City
This audio recording from 1984 presents Arik Einstein’s rendition of a song written and composed by Naomi Shemer in 1958. The lyrics, provided below in English, paint a picturesque image
Give Us a Hand and We’ll Go: The Century Song of Tel Aviv
This nostalgic song about the early days of Tel Aviv was chosen to be “The Century Song of Tel Aviv” by the Tel Aviv Municipality in 2009. Originally written by Zvika
Hadag Nachash: Here I Come (Lyrics & Lesson Plan)
This post presents Hadag Nachash’s song “Here I Come,” which follows one man’s journey between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and all that these two polar opposite cities represent about Israeli
What Else?
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10 Must-See Bauhaus Buildings in Tel Aviv’s White City
This short video (01:02) features ten of Tel Aviv’s most impressive Bauhaus-style buildings, part of the unique architectural collection that led to UNESCO’s proclamation of “The White City” as a
Promotional Video for Tel Aviv White Night
Produced by the Israel Ministry of Tourism, this promotional video (0:52) encourages tourists from around the world to visit Israel for the “White Night” festival in Tel Aviv, an annual
Map of the White City of Tel Aviv
This map of Tel Aviv highlights the areas of the city that feature Bauhaus architecture. Unfortunately, the map does not include street names, so it must be compared with a
Mayor Ron Huldai: Innovation in Tel Aviv’s Past, Present & Future
This video (10:20) presents Tel Aviv Mayor, Ron Huldai, speaking at the 2015 Tel Aviv Cities Summit, a conference that brings together urban leaders from around the world. Mayor Huldai shows how
Amos Oz: Jerusalem vs. Tel Aviv
This post presents an exert from Amos Oz’s “A Tale of Love and Darkness” that compares the culture, atmosphere and people of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv in the early years
Hayim Nahman Bialik on the First Hebrew City
This writing by Hayim Nahman Bialik (1873-1934), the national poet of Israel, expresses the inspiration and wonder he felt being part of the creation of the First Hebrew City –
Tel Aviv: 100 Years in 15 Minutes
Comprised of photographs and video footage from the the Tel Aviv archives, this video spans the impressive century-long journey of Tel Aviv, from its modest founding through decades of development
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Top 15 Things to Do in Tel Aviv for Free
This article from Bein Harim Tours presents a roundup of the best free attractions that Tel Aviv has to offer, including beaches, markets, walking tours, museums, galleries, parks and historical
Upcoming Events & Attractions in Tel Aviv
This post provides four different resources to find upcoming cultural events and attractions in Tel Aviv, including festivals, concerts, lectures, comedy shows, art exhibits and more. 1. Secret Tel Aviv
Where to Eat Shabbat Meals in Tel Aviv
This post offers information about how you can get set up for Shabbat meals in Tel Aviv. Please note that some are free events at private homes or public centers,
Free Organized Walking Tours of Tel Aviv
This post directs you to the websites of several different companies offering regular free walking tours in Tel Aviv-Jaffa. The above video from ISRAEL21c features colorful snippets from the Jaffa Flea
Top Apps for Navigating Tel Aviv
This useful article from Culture Trip presents nine must-have smartphone apps for Tel Aviv, including navigation apps whether you are by foot, car, taxi or public transportation, and tourism apps
Recommended Tel Aviv Apartment Rental Contract (English)
Although there is no obligatory uniform apartment rental contract in Israel, this recommended lease agreement was drafted by the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality in plain, clear English in order to create
Tel Aviv Map: Attractions & Public Transportation Routes
Created by the Dan bus company, this map of Tel Aviv highlights sites of interest as well as public transportation routes.
Getting Around Tel Aviv: By Public Transportation, Bicycle, Apps & More
The transportation section of the Tel Aviv Municipality website provides everything you need to know to get around the city by car, bus, train, bicycle and taxi, including basic information
Tourist Map of the Old City of Jerusalem
Created by iTravelJerusalem, this comprehensive map highlights the main tourist attraction and historical sites in the Old City of Jerusalem, including the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa, believed
Top 10 Tourism Apps for Exploring Israel
This useful article from ISRAEL21c offers ten virtual tourism apps that will help you get the most of your trip to Israel without having to hire a tour guide. Some
