Jaffa or Jaffa (Jaffa) - one of the oldest cities and concurrently the main port of ancient Israel in the Mediterranean Sea .The history of Jaffa goes back centuries, during the times of Egyptian pharaohs and ancient Romans .Today this inhabited mainly Arab-speaking inhabitants of the town turned into a southern suburb of one of the largest Israeli centers - Tel Aviv .Jaffa - the main resting place from the bustling bustle of the central streets, as well as the local tourist attraction .Beautiful seascapes, numerous cafes and fish restaurants, a measured lifestyle, narrow streets, architectural monuments create a unique atmosphere in this seaside suburb of .
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How to get
From the center of Tel Aviv to Jaffa can be accessed in two ways. The first is for those who are hardy enough to overcome a great distance, two and a half kilometers, on foot, walking from the city center along the coast. The second is a taxi or a bus. A taxi to Jaffa will cost about 25-30 shekels. It is necessary to check: did the driver include the counter. $ $
By bus to Jaffa, it is most convenient to get to either the HaHagana railway station or the Tahhan Merkazit Central Bus Station, which is just a short walk from the station. Bus number 46 will take you to one of the streets of the suburbs. The fare is 6 shekels. You can also take a minibus No. 16 to the waterfront and then walk a little on foot. Minibuses depart from there, from where the buses. Back is the most convenient way to get to the Arlozorov bus station.
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Climate
| Average monthly temperature, ° C | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| in the daytime | + 18 | + 18 | + 19 | + 23 | + 25 | + 28 | + 29 | + 30 | + 29 | + 27 | + 23 | + 19 |
| night | + 10 | + 10 | + 12 | + 14 | + 17 | + 21 | + 23 | + 24 | + 23 | + 19 | + 15 | + 11 |
| of water | + 18 | + 18 | + 17 | + 20 | + 21 | + 25 | + 28 | + 28 | + 28 | + 25 | + 23 | + 20 |
Orientation and movement in the city
Jaffa consists of two parts: Old and New. The greatest interest for travelers is the Old Jaffa: it is here that the main attractions, galleries, small shops and all the most interesting are concentrated. This western part of the street Yefet (Yefet) is located on a hill with a beautiful view of the sea. The new Jaffa is in the eastern part of Jepheth Street. You can move around on buses, but most likely, public transport will only be needed to get into the suburb.
Kitchen and restaurants
Fish restaurants are one of the local attractions. Local institutions (humusia), where they serve a snack called hummus in combination with various ingredients and bread cakes, are also considered to be compulsory. Hummus is a kind of puree from turkey peas. Its various types, including the warm version of the "masbah", are in constant demand not only within the borders of Jaffa, but also in the whole territory of Israel. Jars with this wonderful and tasty mixture can be purchased as a souvenir in any supermarket.
History and culture
The first mention of Jaffa can be found in written sources that existed even before the era .Thus, the city appears in the chronicles of the Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose III .It is believed that somewhere here Noah built his ark, and the wise King Solomon through this port set up deliveries of Libyan cedar for the construction of the future First Temple, the only permitted place at that time for the prayers of the faithful Jews (the famous Wailing Wall - our time from the Second Temple) .For a long time the main rulers in the city were the Romans, then the Egyptians came to replace them, including the famous Cleopatra, the Arabs and even Richard the Lionheart .Napoleon himself was here .
Undoubtedly, endless wars, a string of conquerors of different suits, have left little from the historical heritage, and yet, what has remained doubly valuable is a long and rich history. Initially, Tel Aviv was the suburb of Jaffa, but, as is often the case in life, the periphery became the center, and the two administrative units joined together in 1949 turned into one.
Shopping and shopping
The flea market in Jaffa will be interesting not only to those who wish to buy antiques, traditional Arabian cotton clothes and other goods for little money, but also those who want to get acquainted with the local leisurely life, saturated with bright colors. The market is located on two streets. Here you can also find numerous souvenir shops and shops with supported things.
Entertainment, sightseeing and sightseeing
Among the local attractions are the Clock Tower, built in the early 20th century, the remnants of the fortress wall created during the period when the Turks conquered Jaffa, Kdumim Square, in the center of which are excavations, Andromeda rocks, stones, to which, according to legend, the heroine was chained myth, numerous churches and mosques, the street of the zodiac signs and the wish bridge.
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