Golden Coastline (of Israel) ..
Among all Mediterranean countries Israel’s coast also called The Golden Coastline, is not very popular compared to the coasts of countries like Turkey and Greece, Spain and Italy etc
This country has a coastline stretching from the border with Gaza in the south, north-wards and ends at its northern border. Cities such as Tel Aviv and Haifa are in this region as well.
Some of the country’s very attractive and interesting sites are located in this coastal region and a crowded population reside here as well. It is possible to see nice towns and villages, wineries and a nature reserve and Mount Carmel in the inland between the cities of Hadera and Haifa
Herzliya: Just north of Tel Aviv lies Herzliya. Home to some of Israel’s rich and famous, and the world’s diplomats, it is a coastal town with a beautiful marina, and beach. It also has a great art museum.
Caesarea: Half way between Tel Aviv and Haifa lies the ancient port of Caesarea. Now restored, it is a national park and archaelogical site. Interractive displays make it fascinating for everyone, whilst the site has some restaurants and art galleries. There is also the world’s only underwater museum which you dive through, and five minutes away, an ancient roman acquaduct and stunning beach.
Zichron Yaakov & The Carmel: Zichron Yaakov on the Carmel Range, was established in the late 19th century by the Baron Rothschild who established a winery here. Its main street is a living memorial of the early settlements of what emerged as modern Israel. Nearby are wineries, a nature reserve, and artists colonies.
Places to see along the Israeli Mediterranean Coast
N.I.L.I Museum – Zichron Ya’ackov: Here is the story of the first Hebrew (Israeli) underground called NILI interwoven with the Aharonson Family, founders of Zichron Ya’akov. It is a story of spys, love and treason. It takes place at the begining of the 20th at the time that Israel was part of the Ottoman Empire.Natural parklands (1,125 acres), and carefully tended gardens surround the crypt of Baron Edmond de Rothschild and Baroness Adelheid de Rothschild. In April 1954, the remains of the Baron and Baroness were brought to Israel and reinterred in a state funeral at the Ramat Hanadiv Memorial Gardens.
Caesarea Harbor: Caesarea Harbor brings you face to face with the periods, the places and the people that have made Caesarea what it is today.
Acre – Akko: Acre was once a leading port in the Middle East and is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, dating back to 1504-1450 BCE. Since the 1990s Acre, in Hebrew Akko, is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit to Acre will be well worth your while…
Zichron Yaakov: A charming town on the southern hills of the Carmel, one of the first Jewish settlements in the country, established by Baron de Rothschild. Today it draws tourists attracted to its picturesque setting, historic city center and restored main street.
Atlit – Detainee Camp: A museum dedicated to the pre-state illegal immigration, telling the story of Jews fleeing Nazi persecution in Europe. It offers its visitors a chance to see a model of the original camp, some restored barracks & more
Ramat HaNadiv – The Baron’s Gardens & Crypt:
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