The 3rd largest city in Israel, Haifa has a long history of more than 3,000 years. Tell Abu Hawam is the earliest known settlement in the area, and it was established around the 14th century BCE. In the 3rd century BCE, it was known as a dye-making center. With its prime location near the coast, Haifa has changed hands several times throughout the years, having been ruled by the Canaanites, Israelites, Phoenicians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and various others, and remnants and relics of these conquerors are still visible today.
Explore Haifa and visit significant icons, such as the Baha’i World Centre’s immaculate terrace gardens and the Shrine of the Báb, which is home to sacred remains of the founder of the Bábí Faith. Roam around the German colony after visiting the gardens for exquisite shopping and dining, as well as 19th century architecture.