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Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway

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The Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway holds a festival of arts, crafts and street performances every Tuesday and Friday between 10AM and 5PM. You can find there quite a selection of toys, jewelry and Judaica items, painted ceramics and different articles, souvenirs and gifts.

Besides the craft stands, many artists, including musicians, theater actors, fortune tellers and others, perform street acts during these hours, so even if you are not in a shopping mood, you might still have fun visiting there, especially on Friday afternoons.

The Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway is a fun place to visit on other weekdays as well. You can catch a light bite to eat at one of the cafés, shop in some of the many textile shops or visit one of the finer restaurants.

Carmela banachala (Hatavor 46 St.) is situated at the edge of the shopping area of Nachalat Binyamin and offers a fine selection of fresh seafood and meat. This bistro is located at a beautiful restored building, and allows the diners to enjoy their meal in a hospitable atmosphere.

Agadir bar burger (2 Nachalat Binyamin St.) claims to have one of the city’s finest burgers. It is nothing like a fast food joint, but rather an extremely popular restaurant which is open till very late. Located in the heart of Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway, Agadir offers a comfortable setting, good music and tasty food.

Hamitbahon (18 Rabi Akiva St.) is a small homemade food restaurant in the crossing point of the Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian’ walkway and the Carmel market. It is a small and authentic black-board restaurant, with traditional Israeli and North African dishes, including Cuscus, tahini and beans, all in very affordable prices.

Another fun option for a cold beer nearby is the Minzar bar (the Monastery) at 60 Allenby St., known for its unorthodox opening hours. It hosts varied clientele, both locals and tourists, and has an-interesting play-list most of the time.

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Sea and Sun – Beaches of Tel Aviv

The beautiful white beaches of Tel Aviv are the city’s most popular attraction and a must for any visitor. The magnificent promenade (“Tayelet” in Hebrew), with its beachfront cafes and restaurants, runs along the shore at the main hotel area, providing a great location for morning or afternoon jogging. Surfing The beaches are mostly crowded on weekends (Friday and Saturday), and are pleasantly quiet in early mornings, when the only brave swimmers are seniors working on their exercise. The seashores are dotted with kiosks just a few steps from the water, tan worshipers lying on beach-beds while others carefully sitting under parasols. Beautiful Mediterranean Sunset While at the beach you may find yourself moving your head from the right to the left, following local pairs playing “Matkot” (Israeli beach Tennis), and on summer evenings, soon after the beautiful Mediterranean sunset, the beaches become a great location for night hang outs, you can find many beach bars, from the new and renovated Mezizim beach bar to the one North of the Marina and others along the beach. http://www.inisrael.com/news/?p=465

The Trumpeldor Cemetery

The Trumpeldor Cemetery is the first cemetery of Tel Aviv, and it is where many of the national Zionist leaders and famous Israeli artists are buried. For an historic journey in the center of Tel Aviv you should pay a visit to the Trumpeldor Cemetery at 19 Trumpeldor Street. The cemetery is named After Yosef Trumpeldor, a famous Russian Jewish war hero from the beginning of the 20th century, and is the first cemetery of the city and where many of its founding fathers, as well as central Zionist and cultural figures, are buried. Like many old cemeteries, the Trumpeldor Cemetery tells the story of Tel Aviv and its people in the past and present. The Trumpeldor cemetery was built in 1902 in the southern part of Tel-Aviv by Shimon Rokach, one of the city's founders and leaders, seven years before the foundation of the city itself. Since then, is has become a pantheon for major politicians and figures of Zionist movements, as well as Israeli artists and authors. Once visiting there, look for a relatively small area in which you will find the gravestones of some of the famous national figures of the country. Amongst others, you will spot the gravestone of the national poet Bialik, the city's first legendary mayor Arlozorov, some famous Zionist leaders, such as Sheinkin and Nordao, and some famous poets and writers, like Tshernichovski and Ahad Ha’Am. In many ways, the Trumpeldor cemetery is where the city's streets come back to life, and if you visit there a couple of days after wondering around the city center, surely you will recognize many of these names. Hotel Metropolitan is located on the very same street, at 11 Trumpeldor St. It is an affordable yet elegant lodging option right next to the beach and is very close to the city center. A second hotel in this area is the Sun City hotel, at 9 Trumpeldor St., which is very well kept and quite intimate. It has great location, too - right next to the city's lively markets and shopping areas, and only 500 meters from the Mediterranean promenade.

HaSadna restaurant Jerusalem - a unique dining experience that offers more than just good food

Located in Jerusalem, HaSadna is a unique dining experience that offers more than just good food. The restaurant is a spacious and welcoming place with no sharp edges, making it the ideal place to unwind and enjoy a great meal. The menu includes a variety of dishes that are both basic and overwhelming, served in generous portions that will satisfy any craving. The menu at the restaurant features a unique blend of Middle Eastern and Western flavors that are likely to appeal to tourists visiting Israel from the USA or Europe. Some of the standout dishes include the burnt eggplant carpaccio, soft polenta with mushroom ragout, and bacon shrimp with burnt tomato salsa and nachos. These dishes incorporate traditional Middle Eastern ingredients like eggplant, tahini, and pickled lemon with familiar Western ingredients like shrimp, polenta, and mushrooms. Additionally, the charcuterie platter with brazaola, coupe, and pan con tomato offers a taste of the region's cured meats and cheeses. The restaurant also offers options for those looking for a more familiar taste, such as the Caesar salad with Ortiz anchovies and the Workshop burger with Emmental cheese. Moving on to the main courses, there are options like Grilled Filet on the Plancha with Rice Gnocchi, Chard Stew, and Pickled Lemon, Burnt Eggplant Tortellini with Berblan Yogurt, Cherry Gremolata, and Pistachio, Mushroom Risotto with Mushroom Ragout, Porcini, Chives, and Parmesan, and Smoked Brisket with Hollandaise Sauce, Coleslaw, Chimichurri, and Mustard. There is also a Seafood Pan with Corn Chowder, Bacon, and White Corn Ribs, and a Bourguignon-style White Ossoboco with Smooth Puree, Shallots, and Roasted Carrots. For burger lovers, there is the Workshop Burger with Onion Jam, Bacon, Caper Aioli, and Emmental, and for those who prefer skewers, there is the Cultured Meat Skewer with Equalizing Peppers, Tahini, and Oven Fire. Additionally, there are some unique items on the menu such as the Tuna Sashimi Skewer with Strawberries, Yogurt, and Lemon Grass Salsa and the Charcuterie Platter with 5-month Brazaola, Coupe, and Pan Con Tomato. Overall, the menu offers a range of options for those looking to explore new flavors or stick to more familiar dishes while experiencing the vibrant food scene in Israel. HaSadna is not just a restaurant, it's a cultural dining experience. With its friendly service, pleasant background music, and relaxed ambiance, it's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a delicious meal. The menu offers a variety of options to cater to different tastes, making it a great dining experience for all. If you're visiting Jerusalem, don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy the unique culinary experience that HaSadna has to offer.

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