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Tel Aviv Beaches – The religious beach

The religious beach is the only beach in Tel Aviv that has separate bathing days for men and women, and is a great option for those who prefer a more restrained beach atmosphere.

There is one beach in Tel Aviv that has separate bathing days for men and women, in order to respond to the needs of the religious community. It is named “the religious beach” (Hof Hadatiyim), sometimes referred to as “The Separate Beach” as well, and is surrounded by a high wall which isolates it from the neighboring beaches. This is a good option for those who prefer single sex bathing or restrained beach atmosphere.

Not only religious people take advantage of this unique and usually not too crowded beach. Women’s days tend to attract many of Tel Aviv’s non religious females as well, who sometime prefer to enjoy their sunbath uninterrupted by male company.

Shalom Howard Johnson (216 Hayarkon St., ), a modern five-story building with balconies towards the Mediterranean and Independence Park, is the nearest hotel. It is pretty basic but has a restaurant and a pub, which offers live music almost every evening. The Marina hotel is pretty close as well, located on top of Kikar Atarim square, which is a popular hangout place for tourists during the summer months. The Marina (167 Hayarkon St., ) is located in the center of Tel Aviv’s luxury hotel strip, and offers a combination of convenient location and comfortable lodging. The rooms at the Marina were recently renovated and its guests enjoy an underground parking lot, which is a rare and helpful feature for guests in the city.

The religious beach area is a central location for a Tel Aviv visit. Even if you choose to stay elsewhere, try to visit there once. Your chances to witness a similar beach elsewhere are pretty scarce.

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Ahad Haam & Nahmani streets

Ahad Haam & Nahmani streets are located in the heart of Tel Aviv, and you should make note of them as part of your "getting to know Tel Aviv" tour, either fitting them into your Rothschild Blvd excursion or dedicating them some time of their own. Ahad Haam (a.k.a Ehad Ha'am or Echad Ha'am) means "one of the people" and is the pen name of Asher Ginzberg, a Jewish Russian who was one of the founders of Zionism. The street named after him runs parallel to the famous Rothschild Blvd, and hosts a mix of restaurants, cafes, art galleries and more. It meets with Nahmani Street half way through, and continues towards north with similar offering of typical Tel Aviv Bauhaus buildings and great atmosphere. Some of the recommendations for this heart of Tel Aviv neighborhood include: Sightseeing Some of the nicer Bauhaus buildings of the city are located on Ahad Haam and Nahmani streets, so when you walk around the neighborhood, don't forget to look up and enjoy the wide porches, small windows and smooth lines of the International architectural design, which gave the city of Tel Aviv its "white city" UNESCO World Heritage site title. A landmark attraction for every walking tour is the Pagoda House on the corner of Nahmani and Montefiore streets, designed by architect Alexander Levy in 1925. Inspired by a cafe in the United States, the Pagoda House merges Oriental and Western styles. Since it's privately owned you won't be able to see it from the inside, but sitting on the lovely King Albert Square, just across the street, will allow you to appreciate it just the same. Coffee Shops The famous Café Tamar, which has been serving stale coffee to a mix of Israel's top politicians, journalists and artists for over 40 years, is located in the corner of Shenkin and Ahad Ha'am streets. A popular kosher coffee shop, Cafe Ginzburg, can be found at 55 Ahad H'aam St., and a small library-café, popular with local writers and artists is Café Noah, at 93 Ahad Ha’am St., where you can enjoy the small garden when the weather permits (which is almost all the time). Another great place to enjoy the morning sun is Café-bakery Ben Ami, at King Albert Square, 22 Nahmani St. Restaurants One of the best Italian restaurants in Tel Aviv is Pronto, at 26 Nahmani St., a "Trattoria Italiana" serving great seafood and typical dishes for two decades. Just around the corner is Café Noir at 43 Ahad Ha'am with huge breakfasts and large bistro food throughout the day. If you happen to be vegetarian, Mezze at 51 Ahad Ha'am is a small neighborhood joint just for you. Art Galleries Noga Gallery at 60 Ahad Ha'am St., Gallery 39 at 39 Nahmani St.

Gan Hahashmal one of the coolest neighborhoods in Tel Aviv

Gan Hahashmal (Electricity Garden) is one of the coolest neighborhoods in Tel Aviv. Once the location of Tel Aviv's central power plant, followed by few dark years, in which this small park surrounded by elegant, late-Ottoman-era houses hosted some of the city's alternative activities, it now houses some Tel Aviv’s indie-fashion crowd who chose to live, work, create and party there. The Collective 6940 is a group of designers who settled into the Gan HaHashmal area with their design studios and stores that inhabit the few blocks around the central garden. The group is also responsible for several cultural events throughout the year, offering live music, dancing, group yoga, art exhibitions and - shopping. The Gan Hahashmal miniature quarter, spreading between the streets of Allenby, Yehuda Halevy, Barzilay & Hahashmal, boasts of cutting-edge boutiques, studios of apparel and accessory designers, restaurants, cafes and nighttime entertainment options. Some of the most recommended are: Bar & Music: Levontin 7 is the name (and address) of one of the coolest bars-music venue in Tel Aviv. Now in its 2nd year, it hosts a wide selection of eclectic music performances of local and foreign Rock, Jazz and Indie musicians and bands. To find our more, you can go to - http://www.myspace.com/levontine7 (Tel: 972-3-5605084). Shopping: Uzbek-born Helena Blaunstein designs an eclectic women’s clothing line for her store Frau Blau (8 HaHashmal St.; 972-3-5601735; www.fraublau.com). With their vibrant colors, patchwork patterns, and fitted, feminine shapes, her clothes have a vintage edge paired with a decidedly 21st-century playfulness.

Discovering Israel's Rich Art Scene

Israel is a small country but it has a big art scene. From its vibrant street art to its world-renowned galleries, there is something for everyone in the Israeli art world. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the amazing Israeli artists and galleries that are making waves in the local and international art scenes. The streets of Tel Aviv are alive with vibrant street art. Walk down any alleyway or visit any public space and you can find colorful murals, thought-provoking graffiti, and witty slogans painted by talented local artists. There are so many wonderful pieces of artwork to be discovered if you take the time to explore the streets of Tel Aviv. Another great place to find amazing Israeli artwork is in one of the city's many galleries. Whether you're looking for traditional oil paintings or modern sculptures, there is sure to be something that catches your eye in an Israeli gallery. One of the most popular galleries in Tel Aviv is Sommer Contemporary Art Gallery, which specializes in contemporary Israeli art from emerging artists as well as established names like Sigalit Landau and Yochai Matos. Finally, don't forget about Israel's thriving online art scene! A quick Google search will bring up dozens of online galleries where you can find beautiful works from all over Israel. You can also join online communities dedicated to discovering new talent and connecting with other fans of Israeli art. Israel's art scene is growing every day, with more and more talented artists popping up all over the country. Whether you're looking for traditional pieces or modern masterpieces, there is something for everyone when it comes to exploring Israeli art galleries and discovering new talent online. Take some time out of your next visit to Israel and see what treasures await you!

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