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In West Asia on the southeastern edge of the Mediterranean Sea is situated the country of Israel. It has borders with Syria and Jordan on the east, Lebanon in the north and Egypt on the south-west. Haifa is one of many important cities of Israel. The city is crammed with historical, religious and cultural sites. Haifa Tourism in Israel focuses on making you discover these sites. Haifa is the third largest the main city in northern Israel. It is the place of Israel’s main international seaport, Port of Haifa. The city also has an international airport which is well connected all over. Explore the regions, streets, buildings which are all part of Haifa Tourism in Israel. Some of the landmarks of the city are Mount Carmel Monastery, Baha’i World Centre, Elijah's Cave and others. On Mount Carmel you will see a magnificent 19th century monastery, Stella Maris. It is a popular pilgrimage and tourist site. It is richly decorated with paintings and statutes and it also features special music performances. As you take a tour of Haifa Tourism in Israel an important place is Elijah’s Cave. This cave is very sacred for Christians, Jews, Muslims and Druze. It is believed that the Prophet Elijah once resided here. On the slopes of Mount Carmel you will notice a magnificent building with a golden dome. This is the Baha’i World Centre which is the pilgrimage place for Baha'i followers. Around it are the beautifully set gardens on terraces blooming with flowers. Afterward relax while walking at the Bat Galim Promenade beside the sea. Take a cruise around the bay and harbor of Haifa from the Kishon fishing marina in the 'Carmelit' ship. Another part of Haifa Tourism in Israel is to take the tour called 'The Paths of One Thousand Steps'. This tour comprises of 4 routes which start from Mount Carmel and ends at the sea. These routes are a nostalgic route to the German Colony, an ethnic route to Wadi Nisnas, a historic route to Paris Square and a real experience of a route to El Pasha. All these routes are clearly marked with different colors and step markings. For elaborate information on Haifa Tourism in Israel, please click on the links listed below— - History of Haifa in Israel
- Location of Haifa in Israel
- Haifa Weather in Israel
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