Modern Jaffa is part of the city of Tel-Aviv.

Old Jaffa used to be an ancient port/harbor, connected to Biblical times as well as to the Prophet Jonah.

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The city had known many conquerors, Medieval, Ottoman, Modern, Christian, Muslim or Jewish.

Relics have endured throughout time in its stones, buildings and drawings.

Modern Jaffa has a heterogeneous population of 47,000 residents: Jews, Christians, and Muslims.
It is a city of three religions; its architecture offers Mosques, Churches and synagogues.

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These days, Jaffa is blended with artists of many kinds, music and theaters and many fine restaurants to dine at.

Here are some of Jaffa’s photos, to offer you a glimpse of its variety and beauty.

Don’t forget to come and visit soon.

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