by Barbara Abraham
A fascinating, educational and historical account,
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encompassing the Pardes Hanna–Karkur area which now houses 32,000 residents and includes the origin of the lush eucalyptus trees, planted a hundred years ago in order to dry out the swamps and eliminate malaria. Land was first purchased here in 1912 by the London Achuza Society and today the town is a flourishing center.
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by Rachelly Roggel
Ahead of the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World
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War I in July, we highlight and pay tribute to the dramatic role of the ANZACs – the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps – in the conquest of Israel from the Turks in 1917.
Read this brief account of a charming, short period during the War.
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by Susan de la Fuente
Lod, a city close to Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport,
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is slowly changing its image.
Home to many Ethiopian, Arab and low income families things are being changed for the better. Disused public buildings have been rebuilt for communal use, a pre-army facility and daycare centers have been established, as well as the revitalizing of poor areas. New areas are under construction attracting young, mainly religious, families into the town.
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by Marsha Stein
North of Eilat is kibbutz Ketura – founded 40 years
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ago it has members of all branches of Judaism. The study of solar energy and the Arava Inststitue of Environmental Studies are amongst its current activities. Nearby is Neot Semadar with its fascinating arts and crafts center and a unique concept of communal living Also in the area are Yotvata and Tamar where solar energy systems are being developed.
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by Mike Porter
New hotels in restored buildings and hostels have sprung
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up to accommodate the increasing numbers of tourists to the old city of Nazareth. Unusual attractions such as the cultural Writers' House, museums, and the Nazareth “village” (a living display of life as it was in Biblical times) have been upgraded.
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by Adele Rubin
Sapir College trained Sderot residents to man the Social
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Rights Center which helps residents of Sderot in dealing with governmental issues. An interesting insight into Sderot’s diversity of inhabitants, as well as a real picture of their daily issues, is given.
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by Holly Stein
Holly Stein, through her photographs, sees Tel Aviv,
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the Hill of Spring, as “my Hill of Art”.
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by Steve Kramer
A journey through some less trodden paths of Jerusalem
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taking the reader to a unique restaurant, the ‘Harp of David’, describing the art and the interesting history and lives of the Pelzig family who own it.
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by Gili Karev
The savviest companion to have these days, in case
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you were not aware is a pooch – dogs are the new ‘Key Trend’ or ‘Must Have’ or your look isn’t quite complete. Visit the Tel Aviv Dog pound on 1 Shai Agnon Street and you are sure to find a four-legged furry friend to whom you can give a good home. There is also the option of a trial period with your furry friend of choice.
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by Mike Porter
We park at the Yarkon river and walk towards the boardwalk
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with interesting historical data pointed out on the way. We wander through pathways of shops, boutiques and eating places to reach the newly developed old Tel Aviv port.
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by Holly Stein
Cat fanciers will love Cat Culture in Tel Aviv. New
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immigrant to Tel Aviv, Holly Stein, photographed many instances of the love affair between Tel Aviv and its cats. It thrilled her to see all the well-fed cats in the city.
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by Gili Karev
Gili Karev tells us about eateries and bars for those
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on a low budget, where one can spend time in good company, be entertained and enjoy drinking and eating a good dish in Tel Aviv, the city that never sleeps.
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by Becci Fleischer
Becci Fleischer describes the architecture of the Netivot
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Library designed by local architect Meir Krispin. She explains how Krispin has used the natural elements in the desert for light and cooling, and provided an inspirational space suited to every need, both intellectual and functional.
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