Akko (Acre)
Rich with ancient sites and modern cultural attractions, the port city of Akko in northern Israel is known for the harmonious relations among its Muslim, Druze, Christian, and Jewish inhabitants. KKL-JNF is committed to the growth of this unique city through environmental initiatives, coexistence projects, and development of infrastructure. Â
KKL-JNF Projects
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KKL-JNF Builds Akko and the Western Galilee
Get acquainted with KKL-JNF‘s ‘Go North’ campaign in this clip (4:42). In an effort to build the north and attract 300,000 newcomers, KKL-JNF suppots and promotes local tourism and infrastructure
Tel Akko & The Mediterranean Botanical Garden
Produced by KKL-JNF, this wordless video (0:58) shows footage from the Lily Sharon Park, Tel Akko, and The Mediterranean Botanical Garden. Developed with the support of friends of JNF Canada
KKL-JNF Western Galilee Tourist Information Center
Produced by Western Galilee Now, this video (04:20) introduces the Western Galilee Tourist Information center in Old Akko, established by JNF-USA in 2016 to promote tourism and strengthen the economy
E-Learning
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Welcome to Akko: From Ancient Sites to Modern Marketplaces
This video (02:31) briefly introduces the city of Akko, highlighting its ancient history, archaeological sites, diverse population, and the historic outdoor market, famous for its produce, spices, pastries and fresh fish
Historical Overview of Akko’s Old City
Put out by ISRAEL21c, this historical overview (3:24) of the Old City of Akko brings 5,000 years of history to life. Learn about the ancient crusader city that was literally
The Secrets of the Old City of Akko
Produced by the Old Acre Development Company and the Ministry of Tourism, this creative video (08:35) blends video footage and animation to take viewers on a journey through the Old
Akko: Ancient History Meets a Vibrant Culinary Scene
This quick vignette (2:22) introduces the unique city of Akko which is as ancient and historical as it is hip and modern. Known for both its historical sites and modern
The Baha’i Gardens in Akko
This video (02:30) shows aerial footage of the beautiful Baha’i Gardens in Akko, which surround the mansion where Bahá’u’lláh, the prophet and founder of the Bahá’à faith, lived during the final
Walking Through the Old City of Akko
Take a quick tour of Akko‘s Old City in this clip (3:01) from The Watchman with Erick Stakelbeck. Akko is a unique city rich in Jewish, Muslim, and Christian history.
The Akko Prison Break (1947)
Produced by i24NEWS, this video (02:06) tells the dramatic story of the Akko Prison Break, an operation carried out by the Irgun on May 4, 1947, when 27 Irgun and
The Ideology & Activities of the Irgun/Etzel
Including interviews with a former Irgun member and global terrorism experts, this video (09:28) introduces the ideology and actions of the Irgun, a Zionist paramilitary organization that operated in the