Travel Guide to Netanya, Israel

The city is located near Tel Aviv, in a valley named Sharon. It won’t be an exaggeration to say that this is one of the most beautiful cities in Israel. Netanya is rich in greenery, decorated with fountains and sculptures. This city traditionally keeps the atmosphere of grandeur and holiday. This place will never leave indifferent any beach lover and sport enthusiast. The beaches here are excellently equipped, making the rest here comfortable and unforgettable.

The city was founded in 1929. At that time this was a small agricultural settlement, which soon became one of the major tourist and industrial regions of Israel. The city is famous not only by its rich fruit plantations, but also by an exquisite diamond processing. The shopping malls of Netanya are the location of wonderful jewelry stores, where can be found the products of several large jewelry companies.

Tourists, who enjoy making excursions to ancient monuments, should go to the old Palace. It is located on a picturesque reef that features magnificent panoramic views of the city. You can get acquainted with the beauty of the local nature in the national park called "Caesarea". Numerous museums of Netanya exhibit collection of priceless artifacts so don’t miss to visit them. The most well-known museums of Netanya are Museum of Tel Mond and Hasharon Museum. Here are also regularly conducted excursions to fruit plantations and cattle farms.

Netanya is also a good choice for nightlife lovers. Move your feet to the embankment as this is the location of all popular restaurants and nightclubs. Here are also regularly organized the national dance concerts. The choice of entertainments is truly great, you can go fishing or make a walk to the neighborhood, visit markets and shopping malls, or simply enjoy gentle sunshine on the beach.