Location: Ashkelon
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Ashkelon (/ˈæʃkəlɒn/; also spelled Ashqelon and Ascalon /ˈæskəlɒn/; Hebrew: אַשְׁקְלוֹן [aʃkelon]; Arabic: عَسْقَلَان ʿAsqalān) is a coastal city in the Southern District of Israel on the Mediterranean coast, 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of Tel Aviv, and 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) north of the border with the Gaza Strip. The ancient seaport of Ashkelon dates back to the Neolithic Age. In the course of its history, it has been ruled by the Ancient Egyptians, the Canaanites, the Philistines, the Assyrians, the Babylonians, the Greeks, the Phoenicians, the Hasmoneans, the Romans, the Persians, the Arabs and the Crusaders, until it was destroyed by the Mamluks in 1270.
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1. Ashkelon national park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Yarkon National Park includes two sites: The Source of the Yarkon River and Afek, that together form the green, serene lung in the heart of the most highly populated area in Israel. The beautiful, tranquil park has a wading pool, a magical lake and ancient fortress that dominates the area. The National Park offers a recreational compound and Playgrounds, sport grounds, a family fitness trail, various walking trails, a campground and a picnic area (bonfires are permitted).
2. Yael Farm
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3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Jenny11583 - Ashkelon
We came with our 1.5 years girl She was a bit frightened with turkeys,she really loved donkey hamsters and rabbits.we will sure return in half year
3. Big Fashion Mall Ashdod
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4.5 based on 148 reviews
BIG Fashion Ashdod Mall is described as one of the most beautiful and advanced malls in Israel and in the world. A shopping center built from European style streets, with the biggest brands and a great atmosphere for both shopping and entertainment.
4. Ashkelon Marina
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4 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By Achav B
Went there to eat with the family , the place is beautifull and very clean It is very relaxing ro sea all the yach there and you have planty of diferent restaurant. Defenatly you will find somthing to drink and to eat
5. Mazav Haruach
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5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Buc_Haish - Israel
I went during the summer. The couple are nice and friendly and hospitable. They explain how they operate the yacht and they work to make the journey pleasant and comfortable. They offer food and drinks. The price is in line with other similar services. I can recommend this.
6. The Eye of the Sun
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By illinois travelere
This is a huge public sculpture designed by Israeli multi-media artist, Motti Mizrachi.
During the day its appearance is influenced by the orientation of the sun, and by night by the synchronized LED light panels that change its colours -- sometimes solid (yellow, blue, pink, etc.) and sometimes dual (pink/blue; green/red, etc.)
It was installed at the south end of the city in 2012.
Because I'm a Chicago girl, the experience takes me back to the Buckingham Fountain of my youth.
If you are in the area, you can't miss it. If you are interested in public art, don't miss it.
7. From Holocaust to Revival Museum
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5 based on 5 reviews
The "From Holocaust to Revival " Museum The museum was designed by architect Arie Sharon in 1968. It is located next to the cemetery where the 26 fallen of the War of 1948 are buried. The three storied museum has an unusual shape of trapezoids and is made of reinforced concrete. It is a memorial to the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, the ghetto fighters and partisans
Reviewed By Nati1836 - London, United Kingdom
Good museum well laid out. Interesting time line and idea. Not a vast amount of information but worth a look.
8. Tomb of Sheikh
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3.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Tour Guide R
It's a tomb + shrine belonging to sheikh. Or so they say.
Some scholars believe it's a vestige from the unique 13th century Mamluki coastal defense system.
There isn't much to see, and because of the erosion of the bluff there will be even less to see, in the short future.
In the evening the locals can be seen doing various activities along the Promenade. In which, the tomb is part of. It was a nice walk with family, was a nice place to picnic.
However, as recent as year or so, I find less enjoyment in the area. There was a restaurant built on the bluff. Ruining the atmosphere, block the awesome view in some places. The restaurant brought the ills with it. People now drive as close as possible to get to the restaurant, when it suppose to be pedestrian place only. Garbage from its kitchen has attracted foxes and dogs for the surrounding area, especially at night. Making the picnic option less enjoyable.
Oh well...there's other stuff to see.
9. Escape Zone
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5 based on 3 reviews
Take the challenge - find clues , solve the puzzles , thinking outside the box and work team and maybe even you you will escape ! groups of two to six players, During which the disposal of participants is about 60 minutes to escape from a locked bedroom. *We have two escape room in Ashkelon ,the chemist & Wondrezone *The entrance to the rooms from age 10-70 And of course the room is completely universal , there is no need to know the local language.
Reviewed By בתאל כ
היה מדהים! פעם ראשונה שהינו (זוג). לקח לנו קצת יותר משעה. היה מהנה! פשוט כל חידה חשיבה ממש מטורף! ממולץ בחום!!
10. Nitsanim Dunes Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
The reserve conserves the natural world of shifting sand dunes, semi-stabilized dunes, hollows containing remnants of old orchards, coastal limestone ridges and Beaches.
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