Located in the south of Tel Aviv, on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, it is an ancient city with a history of thousands of years and a landmark building in Tel Aviv. It is from here that the wood for the construction of the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem is written in the Bible. Looking south on the seaside of Tel Aviv, there are hills surrounded by houses. There is a clock tower on the top of the hill, which is the old city of Jaffa. Most of the old town is now home to artists, studios and some art shops. At the same time, it has become the spokesperson of the 12 constellations, including the fountains of the 12 constellations, the alleys named after the 12 constellations, and the 12 constellations of wishing bridges. It is said that if you find your own constellation relief on the bridge, and then make a wish by stroking the sea, it will come true. It is a pity that the Wishing Bridge is not allowed to pass because of its long disrepair. Along the intricate alleys, walking on the stone road that records the history of thousands of years, visiting the old city, looking for your own alley, don't worry about getting lost, there will be surprises in every corner, maybe you will meet the hanging tree in a corner. Orange tree on big stone. The center of the old city is a square with a visitor center where you can get a map of Jaffa for free. There is a small museum under the visitor center, which records the history of this small town with cultural relics and 4D movies. From the top of the hill in the old city, you can see Tel Aviv and the Mediterranean Sea, the view is wonderful. On the edge of the old city of Jaffa, there is a 100-year-old Turkish Clock Tower (ClockTower). The Old Jaffa Port in the old city is now moored by private yachts. Every morning, many people gather in the old port, waiting for the fishermen to present today's fresher seafood. There are many seafood restaurants and some free art galleries along the ancient port, go look for them, there will be surprises.
Jaffa is a must visit touristy neighborhood in Tel Aviv. The area is historic with lots of history
With more than 4,000 years of ancient Jaffa, it is one of the oldest cities in the world. The origin of the name Jaffa is explained in various ways, and Jewish tradition holds that after the great flood of destruction subsided, Japheth, the son of Noah, who survived the disaster, established the city, and people named it 'Jaffa' for some reason, and the pronunciation slowly evolved into Jaffa.
On a small road not far in front of St. Peter's Church, there is a small wooden bridge called The Wishing Bridge (Wishing Bridge). The wooden beams on both sides of the bridge are set with a metal statue every other section, exactly twelve pieces, representing twelve constellations, come to find your own constellations, make a wish~
It looks more like a seaside town.
The city of Yafa is a small coastal ancient city in the south of Tel Aviv. The old city is not as old as imagined, but has some petty bourgeoisie sentiment. It feels a little similar to some ancient cities and towns in China, but it is quiet and far less noisy. It does not have such a strong historical and religious atmosphere as the old city of Jerusalem, which makes people feel fresh and comfortable. The old city and the twelve constellations have a deep origin. Stand on the bridge of the twelve constellations and make a wish to the sea. Of course, this is the best place to watch Tel Aviv. Also, cats are everywhere in Israel.
The history and culture are long and ancient, very good! give it a like!
Feeling the history and religion of the Jewish people in the ancient city of Yafa, there is a tourist center next to the Bell Tower to ask for free explanations at regular times about Yafa and its historical Carmel market, which sells a variety of things similar to the Chinese market, but is neat and clean and suitable for local residents to shop (& So Nachlat Binyamin, the art street next to a bunch of snacks, was amazing! Sell all kinds of handicraft works and the producer will introduce you! It's a good place to buy souvenirs, and St. Peter's Church in the ancient city of Yafa has a quiet atmosphere. It's comfortable and peaceful to s it in. In short, it s a place worth you a visit!
Four thousand years old city, mottled and broken buildings permeate the sense of vicissitudes of life, the whole constellation street also shows a strong sense of humanism. However, the ancient cities along the Mediterranean coast are full of vitality, where there are some sunshine, some young people wantonly playing and surfing on the beach, which coincides with the huge national barbecue group is quite spectacular.