There are a lot of beautiful cities in Israel, interesting not only for their amazing landscapes and favorable climate, but also for their cultural heritage and historical past. No wonder millions of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world come to the country every year. The cultural and industrial center of the region is considered the largest northern city of Haifa. Israel has prepared many unusual sights for foreigners, and some of them are located in this place. The city has its long history: it was founded by the Romans, and in the XIX century it became one of the largest ports in the country.
Haifa is divided into several parts: office, business and shopping areas. It has a very good location. Being not far from Tel Aviv, it is connected by rail with Jerusalem, Netanya, and Nahariya. The largest third place in the country belongs to Haifa. Israel can be proud of such a beautiful and rich resort, located on the slopes of Mount Carmel directly on the Mediterranean coast. Arabs and Jews coexist together in the city, there are many immigrants from the CIS.
Despite the fact that the port is located in Haifa, many industrial enterprises operate here. And first of all it is a resort. Therefore, there are a huge number of bars, night clubs, discos, cinemas and other entertainment venues. Local attractions will not let you get bored, and many tourists in pursuit of new experiences get tours to Israel. Haifa is significantly different from other cities, most of the population here leads a European lifestyle, and the norms of Judaism are significantly relaxed. While Saturday is considered a day off throughout the country, most entertainment venues and city transport work here.
For Baha'is, this is the most important city in Israel. Haifa is the location of the
World Bahá'í Center, so believers from all over the world come here. Bahai Temple with the tomb of the founder of the faith and hanging Persian gardens are included in the UNESCO heritage list. Pilgrims take care of all this unearthly beauty for free. Everyone can see the main city attraction, only for believers and ordinary tourists two different entrances are provided.
Tourists with different desires and opportunities will certainly be satisfied with the city of Haifa. Israel is striking in the beauty of nature, and in order to get to know it better, you should visit the Carmel National Park, located on an area of 10,000 hectares. Fans of antiquity can take part in real archaeological excavations in Tel Shikmon. By the way, the city of Haifa is very sensitive to the historical past.
Israel is the home of a huge number of museums, many of them located in this city. In Haifa, you can get acquainted with modern and ancient art, ethnography, visit the country's oldest institute, look at a private Japanese collection, exhibits from the
Stone Age. It is very interesting to spend time in the Mother’s Garden, where birds and animals live under natural conditions, in the Sculpture Garden, where from the observation platforms an unforgettable view of the sea and the Lower City opens.