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Tel Aviv, often the first stop on an Israel tour, is an exciting and fast-moving city, whose unabashedly hedonist residents enjoy living life in the fast lane. Although Tel Aviv can’t match the Jewish heritage experience of Jerusalem, it does reveal in its streets and urban texture the very essence of the new Israeli society that evolved in the city since its establishment at the turn of the twentieth century.
Tel Aviv’s Main Attractions
Rothschild Boulevard – first stop on a Tel Aviv tour
Most of Tel Aviv’s main attractions and some of the best stops on an Israel tour are within walking distance or a short taxi ride of each other. A good place to start a tour of the city is on the fashionable Rothschild Boulevard, located in the heart of one Tel Aviv’s original districts. Here, at number sixteen, on May 14, 1948, David Ben Gurion declared the independence of the State of Israel.
Rothschild Boulevard and its adjacent streets are home to numerous examples of the Bauhaus architectural style, for which the district became known as the White City, and gained UNESCO recognition as a world heritage site. The Bauhaus style, which originated in Germany in the 1930s, is characterized by clean lines and asymmetric contours.
Old city of Jaffa – second stop on a Tel Aviv tour
A short walk away from Rothschild Boulevard is the colorful and bustling Carmel Market, and the unique neighborhood of Kerem Hatemanim, which was established by immigrants from Yemen. To the south is the old city of Jaffa, which took most of its present form during the Ottoman period, although the city dates back three thousand years. Jaffa’s summit garden offers spectacular views of Tel Aviv and the coastal strip, and behind it are the winding alleyways that are home to the artists’ quarter and its galleries.
Rabin Square – third stop on a Tel Aviv tour
Back in Tel Aviv’s modern center, Rabin Square is an important landmark and a venue for large political rallies and parades. Adjacent to the square is Ibn Gvirol Steet, one of the city’s main commercial streets, which stretches north to the green expanses of the Yarkon Park, through which the last leg of the Yarkon River flows, before reaching the Mediterranean.
Tel Aviv – Culture and Entertainment
When it comes to culture and entertainment, Tel Aviv offers a mind boggling range of options, including art galleries, such as the Tel Aviv Museum, classical music concerts at the Mann Auditorium, or Israeli, jazz, or dance music at one of the city’s numerous bars and clubs.
Tel Aviv, which offers a great taste of city life while on an Israel tour, has a density of cafes that could rival that of Florence or Milan, but the real joy comes from the cuisine. Whether it is French haute cuisine, Mediterranean eateries serving grilled meats and humus, or a simple falafel snack to keep you going during a day of touring, the variety and freshness are a culinary delight.
For great shopping under one roof, the best bets are the malls, such as Dizengoff Center or Azrieli Center. Finally, Tel Aviv’s sandy beaches are great for sunbathing, breathing in the fresh breeze blowing off the Mediterranean, and enjoying a glass of beer with friends.
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