Sefad – Tzfat
The center of Jewish mysticism (Kabbalah) since the 16th century, Tzfat is a city of hidden gems, crisp mountain air, and breathtaking views of the Galilean hills. KKL-JNF’s projects in the area protect the city’s nature and history, including the Blue Valley Park, the Biriya Forest, and the restoration of the ancient Tzfat Fortress. Â
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KKL-JNF Restores Tzfat’s Blue Valley Park
Thanks to the generous funding of KKL-JNF Australia and Canada, the Tzfat municipality has been able to restore Blue Valley Park, located a stone’s throw from the entrance of Tzfat.
History, Nature & Spirituality in the Biriya Forest
This i24NEWS segment (05:20) explores how the Galilee became the economic and spiritual center of the Jewish people following the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, with a focus
Jewish History in Tzfat: From Ancient Times Until Today
Citing ancient historical and Jewish sources, this informative, yet basic, slideshow (05:51) presents the more than 2,000 year long history of Tzfat. It traces the Jewish community in Tzfat from
Exploring the Historic Tunnels of Tzfat — A Kabbalistic Experience
This video, produced by the non-profit educational organization, Livnot U’lehibanot, gives a brief tour of the 16th century tunnels in Tzfat. This excavation site offers visitors the chance to delve
The Ancient Cemetery of Tzfat
This informative, yet basic, slideshow (01:25) presents the history of the ancient cemetery in Tzfat, a pilgrimage site due to the many righteous sages buried here. It provides basic information about
Tzfat’s Top Eight Historical Synagogues
This list, comprised by Ascent, a hostel which also offers educational Jewish enrichment programs for visitors from Israel and around the world, highlights the eight major historical synagogues in Tzfat.
The History & Essence of the Mystical City of Tzfat
This i24NEWS segment (03:36) introduces the Holy City of Tzfat, including its history as a center of Jewish mysticism and Kabbalah, the economic and spiritual Golden Age of Tzfat in
The Annual Tzfat Klezmer Festival Brings this Historical City to Life
Check out the Tzfat Klezmer Festival with this video concert [02:42], performed by the eclectic “Israel Klezmer Orchestra” in August, 2019. Klezmer musicians from Israel and around the world bring the ancient
The Artist Colony of Tzfat
This wordless video (01:12) captures the energy and creativity of the Artist Colony in Tzfat, where a wide range of local artists feature and sell their work, including paintings, jewelry,
A Glimpse at David Friedman’s Kabbalistic Art Gallery
This drawing, “The Seed Of Creation,” from David Friedman’s Kosmic Kabbalah Art Gallery, depicts “Ein Sof” — the Infiniteness and Eternal Light of God. Friedman integrates complex Kabbalistic ideas into his art,