All the most interesting things about Israel. Ten unusual facts about Israel that will surprise Russian people in Israel. Israel has the most scientists per capita

The creation of an independent Jewish state was announced on May 14, 1948. Since then, the confrontation with Palestine and other Arab countries is part of the daily life of Israelis.

2. Israel is the only Jewish state in the world, but it is a multiethnic country, and Jews make up only three-quarters of its total population.

3. In total, representatives of approximately seventy nations live in Israel.

4. Despite the complexity political situation, Israel was able to become one of the most economically developed countries in Southwest Asia.

5. The country of Israel is so small that you can drive it from east to west in 2 hours, and from south to north in 9 hours.

Jerusalem

6. The official capital of Israel is not Tel Aviv, as many are sure, but Jerusalem. Although the first is certainly cultural, economic and tourist center countries.

7. In Israel there is no formal accepted option Israeli Constitution. The role of the Constitution of the State of Israel is fulfilled by the so-called set of “Basic Laws”.

8. 24% of Israel's workforce have higher education(third place after the USA and Holland) and 12% - an academic degree.

9. There are three seas in Israel: the Mediterranean - along the western coast of the country, the Red - in the south in Eilat and the Dead - a famous health resort.

10. Israel has the highest percentage of people with higher education in the world.

Israel's first astronaut Ilan Ramon

11. Israel has its own space program. This country has repeatedly launched its own satellites into orbit.

12. There are 2 official languages ​​in Israel - Hebrew and Arabic. Modern Hebrew has been revived from a language that was considered bookish for several centuries.

13.Many Israelis also speak English well.

14. There is also a Russian-speaking population in Israel. This is due to the fact that after the collapse of the USSR, a large number of Soviet Jews immigrated to Israel.

15. Israel is in the top 10 countries for life expectancy. In Israel it is one of the highest - 82 years.

Haifa city

16. Haifa - one of Israel's most important coastal cities Mediterranean Sea. The city is located on Mount Carmel and is famous for its seaport.

17. The world's smallest metro, 2 kilometers long, is also located in Haifa. Its name is "Carmelite". These are 6 stations and a train of 4 cars that pass through a mountain tunnel along cable car. Thus, from the lower city you can get to the top in literally 10 minutes.

Baha'i Garden in Haifa

18. Since many Christians live in Haifa, before Christmas and New Year, they put up a Christmas tree and a menorah (symbol of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah) in the main square of the city, and decorate the street with garlands and decorations.

19. One of the oldest Israeli universities, the Technion, is located in Haifa. It has the highest rankings among technical universities in the world.

20. Israel is the only country in the world where women are conscripted for military service.

Eilat resort

21. Eilat is a famous Israeli resort in the south of the country, located on the Red Sea on the border with Egypt.

22.Here you can go diving and watch the underwater world colorful fish and corals.

23. Also from Eilat there are excursions to the city of Petra (Jordan), which is one of the new wonders of the world.

24. Despite the fact that half the country remains desert, in Israel great amount parks, trees, flowers. Everything was planted by human hands, and each bush had a water supply system.

25. Also in the center there is a gorgeous park of rare plants and orchids, Utopia.

National Library of Israel

26. More books translated from other languages ​​are published in Israel than in any other country in the world.

27. In Israel, there is no change of seasons, which is familiar to most people. It's warm here all year round, which certainly makes everyone happy.

28.Best time for beach holiday- May-June and September-October. It is very hot here in July and August.

29.In winter, it rains heavily for several days, and sometimes it even snows in the north. Then the Israelis come in droves to look at this miracle and play snowballs with the children.

30. The famous Armageddon Valley is located in Israel.

Dead Sea

31. The Dead Sea is the most low point peace. Due to the high concentration of salt on it, it is easy to stay afloat, but it will not be possible to swim in the standard way. In addition, you should not stay in it for more than 10 minutes.

32.On its shore there is a whole tourist town with hotels and spa.

33. Israel ranks first in the world in the number of museums per capita.

34. Every year thousands of letters addressed to God arrive in Jerusalem.

35. Israel was the first country to ban underweight models from fashion shows.

Kinneret - Sea of ​​Galilee in Israel

36. Kinneret (or Sea of ​​Galilee) - the most big lake in the country, the lowest on the planet, a place of natural “forays”, and also, until recently, the only source of fresh water in Israel.

37. Every year thousands of letters addressed to God arrive in Jerusalem.

38. More than a million notes are left at the Western Wall every year. The wall is cleared of notes before Passover and Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year).

39. The most common street name in Israel is Hazait, which means Olive Street.

40. Taxes in Israel are extremely high, second only to those in Sweden and Switzerland.

41. Small cherry tomatoes were developed in Israel in the 70s. These tomatoes were bred as a moisture-resistant variety.

42. There are more than 40 kosher McDonald's in Israel. The only kosher McDonald's outside the Jewish state is in Buenos Aires.

43. A significant portion of Israeli land is desert, but the Israelis are actively planting forests. In terms of the growth rate of green spaces, Israel ranks one of the first in the world.

44. Israel has the third highest entrepreneurship rate in the world, and the highest among women and people over 55 years of age.

45. Any person with Jewish roots from 18 to 26 years old has the right to a free 10-day trip to Israel to get acquainted with the country, culture, and traditions.

Holiday - Rosh Hashanah

46. ​​Israel does not celebrate a standard New Year. It has its own holiday - Rosh Hashanah, which begins on different dates every year according to the Jewish calendar. Usually this is September-October.

47. There is no central heating in Israel, and there are tiles on the floors in the apartments. Almost all houses in Israel use solar energy, like in Cyprus.

48. The working week in Israel begins on Sunday. Many also work half a day on Friday.

49. Shops, shopping centers and other establishments are closed after lunch on Friday until the end of Shabbat (Saturday evening). Transport also stops running.

50. Now the country has already developed its own system for desalination of sea water, but local residents they still use it sparingly.

Tel Aviv

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2. The population of Israel, according to the Central Statistical Office, as of April 27, 2017, was 8,680,000 people. Israel ranks 93rd in the world in terms of population.



3. Israel has the most museums per capita in the world.



4. Israel is in second place in the world in terms of book production per capita.



5. Israel is one of eight states capable of launching its own satellite into space.



6. The Dead Sea coast is the lowest landmass on Earth.


7. In 1964, Israel became the first country to establish a Motorola subsidiary outside the United States. Motorola in Israel specializes in providing unique communications solutions in areas such as control systems, building monitoring terminal systems for the postal service, and developing products and software solutions for cordless phones. Israeli engineers working for this company in Haifa, developed the first mobile phone.


8. Israel has the most scientists per capita.



9. The first antivirus was developed in Israel in 1979.

1. Israel is a paradise for tourists. There are excursions here to suit every taste. Religious tourists can go to biblical sites. You can visit Christian Jerusalem or Jerusalem of three religions, where you will be taken to places significant for Muslims, Christians and Jews. Those who like to improve their health and soak up the sun can go to Dead Sea, where you can not only lie in salt water and not drown, but also visit hydrogen sulfide and mud baths. Men will be interested in an excursion to the Tank Museum under open air where military equipment is collected different countries and years. Not far from the museum is the Latrun Monastery of the Virgin Mary, where silent monks live. There is a small cozy shop at the monastery that sells wine and brandy. Those interested will be given a tasting. In the same area is the Mini Israel Park, where all the significant sights of Israel are presented in miniature. The park will be interesting for both adults and children. For flora lovers, the Utopia Park is open, where orchids grow and butterflies soar. And women should check out the Diamond Exchange in Tel Aviv, where experienced gemologists will help you choose a stone to suit your taste and budget.



2. Israel is a desert. When approaching coastline you will see nothing but sand and houses the color of sand. But once you get on the ground, your first impression will change. There is a lot of greenery here: cacti, palm trees, lawns. All lawns have an irrigation system. You can calmly lie down on the grass to rest, which is what not only tourists, but also local residents do. But there is plastic grass on the road dividing alleys; you don’t need to lie on it.

3. Ben Gurion - man and airport. International Association airports has been recognized as the best in the Middle East three times. They say that only two suitcases out of a thousand are lost at Ben Gurion. Tested on personal experience: on one of our flights, another passenger took my bag by mistake; the bags turned out to be exactly the same. And I found his bag on the conveyor belt. That same evening they delivered it to me in another city.

4. The capital of the country is Jerusalem. There are the main government agencies. But Tel Aviv is recognized as the business center of Israel, where the headquarters of international corporations and the consulates of most countries are located.

5. Just as in Russia every city has Lenin Street or Lenin Square, and sometimes both together, so in Israel every city has a street named after David Ben Gurion or Theodor Herzl. In general, the ideologists of Zionism are glorified here in every possible way.

6. The institution of official, that is, formalized by the registry office, marriage does not exist. They tried to push through the bill more than once, but it did not get the required number of votes in the Knesset (local parliament). Therefore there is only religious marriage. Only representatives of one religion can get married. Interfaith lovers will have to travel to Cyprus or the Czech Republic, where you will be signed in the town hall in 5 minutes. Israel recognizes marriages performed in other countries.

7. Due to the current situation, the so-called “Paraguayan marriage” is widespread. This is a marriage that does not require the presence of both parties at the ceremony. It is concluded by a notarized power of attorney for marriage from the future spouse. The marriage certificate is certified by the Israeli consul in Paraguay and officially recognized. Such a marriage is recommended for couples who fear that if they leave, the Ministry of Internal Affairs will refuse to let their spouse, a citizen of another country, into the country.

8. The week starts on Sunday. And on Saturday (Shabbat) everything dies out. Although, as local residents say, it is no longer the same as 15 years ago, some shops are open.

9. The population of the entire country is equal to the population of half of Moscow. A quarter of them are Russian-speaking immigrants from the CIS countries.

10. Official languages The languages ​​in the country are Hebrew and Arabic (this is the second language, but the main one is Hebrew), but English is also recognized (the signs are even duplicated in it), Russian (where would we be without it), Georgian, French and Amharic.

11. There are probably not as many French people in France as there are in Israel. There is even a joke about this: “If you want to learn French, go to Eilat.” (Eilat is a resort and the most Southern City country located on the shores of the Red Sea).

12. Hebrew is a simple and very logical language. You just need to get used to it, especially to the fact that the alphabet has no vowels and is written from right to left. The urge to open books from the beginning, and not from the end, as expected, is difficult to overcome.

13. There are few words in Hebrew, and there are generally four times fewer verbs than in Russian. Therefore, at the very least, you will be able to express yourself quite quickly; it will take about 6 months, subject to constant conversational practice. It will take much more time to read philosophical works, but you will pick up “Shukovsky” (from the word shuk - market) Hebrew quickly.

14. You can live your whole life in Israel and practically not know Hebrew, even Israelis born here will understand you. But as a job you won’t be able to advance beyond being a salesperson in a store selling souvenirs for Russian tourists. To find Good work, you need to know Hebrew.

15. And here is Russian folklore from repatriates from the CIS countries: “I live in a hole, I swim in a hole,” which translated means: “I live in an apartment, I swim in the sea.” Apartment in Hebrew - dira, sea - yam :)

16. The climate is humid and hot. In winter, however, it is quite cool: +15 degrees here feels the same as “0” in Russia.

17. Here you can easily meet a girl in sandals and a fur coat, or vice versa in short shorts and a T-shirt, but in fur boots.

18. Around June, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea becomes extreme. A myriad of scalding jellyfish approach the coast. Their venom leaves severe burns on the skin. It is better not to swim and wait until the number of these sea inhabitants decreases. When they leave, droplets of poison will annoy vacationers for another week, so take a bottle of vinegar with you. If the burn is large, then until professional medical assistance is provided, vinegar will save you.

19. It is almost impossible to buy land as your own. Private sector there is, but the land is leased for almost a century. A 3-room apartment without renovation will cost approximately 200–250 thousand dollars. That's why many people live in rented housing for decades or take out a mortgage.

20. The average salary here is 2 times higher than in Russia, but at the same time the prices for a number of goods are 3 times higher. Therefore, if you receive 2000 thousand dollars here, you will pay half for renting a small apartment, a quarter will go on food and household goods.

21. Utility bills eat up another quarter of your salary. Electricity is 2 times more expensive, water is almost worth its weight in gold. Everyone has a filter at home, since drinking from the tap is not recommended. Otherwise, the kidneys will contain not only sand and stones, but also bricks for building a house :)

22. Everyone has split systems in every room in the apartment. But they try not to turn them on and tolerate them until the last moment, both when it’s hot and when it’s cold, electricity is expensive.

23. If you got here personal car, get ready to pay 7 shekels ($2) for a liter of gasoline. And the price is constantly rising. But locals are ready to spend any amount just to go to own car, and not on public transport.

24. By the way, every Thursday evening and every Sunday morning it’s impossible to squeeze into buses and trains without special skills. The reason is that soldiers are allowed to go home from the army on weekends. Almost everyone is released one by one, no matter where they serve, and every 2 weeks.

25. The population of Israel today is about eight and a half million people. Therefore, if we take the dynamics since 1948, when only 806,000 people lived in Israel, which allows us to say that the population has grown 10 times over the course of 67 years.

It is worth saying that about 6,251,000 people, or 74.9%, live in Israel; in addition, the second largest nationality is Arabs. They are home to 1,730,000 people, which is about 20.7%. In addition, there is a category of “others” - these are Christians, people who are not Arabs, who have a different religion. This class also includes repatriates who do not have a religious affiliation, but were repatriated using the Law of Return. About 364,000 people in Israel fall into this category, which is 4.4%.
These statistics take into account all Jews who live in the lands of Judea and Samaria, while those living here Arab population that does not value kosher products is simply not taken into account.

Every year, approximately 176 thousand children are born in Israel and about 44 thousand die. At the same time, children are most often born in Jewish families, while among Arabs there is a slow decline in numbers.

It is worth saying that in Orthodox families, the number of children can reach 6-7, an ordinary Jewish family - 2-3 children, a religious family - from 4 children. In Muslim families you can find from 2 to 4 children. Of the total number of people living in Israel, one can single out Bedouin families, in which there are from 4 to 6 children and who are very fond of receiving Jewish gifts.

Every year, up to 32 thousand new repatriates come to Israel, and in total, since the declaration of Israeli independence, more than three and a half thousand repatriates have moved to live, which amounted to about 41.9% of the total population. Of this number, a third of all repatriates come from Asia and Africa, another two thirds came from Europe, including from countries former USSR, as well as America.
According to religious preferences, Jews are divided into secular - about 43% of the total number of Jews, 20% consider themselves traditional, while separating themselves from religious ones, 15% are traditional religious Jews, 10% are religious and 9% are Orthodox. As you can see, the national composition of Israel is not very colorful, but has its own specific characteristics.

26. Patriotism is developed to unprecedented heights. Almost all young people, even repatriates who came here as teenagers, consider it their duty to serve 3 years in the army. They say that if not them, then who will protect their parents and home.

27. Relationships with neighboring countries Israel is tense. Here, more than anywhere else, the phrase “If you want peace, prepare for war” is relevant. And Israeli citizens are ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

28. Many citizens carry weapons. Most often this is a service weapon. Security officers, guards, etc. Not to mention conscripts who generally go out on leave with machine guns. It's wild at first, but then you get used to it.

29. Before entering every shopping mall(canyon), government agencies, schools and universities have a metal detector frame and one or two security officers. While you pass through the frame, your bag will be opened and the contents examined. And absolutely without demand. They take safety very seriously here.

30. Police cars ply here often. But they do not harass civilians and tourists. However, I once observed the following picture: on a three-lane road, a policeman stopped a minibus for speeding. The minibus was moving in the far right lane and stopped there; the police car stopped in the middle lane, blocking traffic. The policeman came out, asked the minibus driver to get out and very violently and loudly explained to the minibus driver that he was wrong. Onlookers gathered. I got a temperamental servant of the law, although that’s all there is to it. East after all.

31. There is practically no crime in Israel. As local residents say, they simply have no time to think about all sorts of nonsense, since they have to work very hard. Parents calmly let their minor children go out all night.

32. Currency exchange is mainly done by Georgians. Inexplicable but the fact.

33. Trains in Israel are double-decker. Be sure to take a ride :)

34. Israel is famous for its medicine. And she is really at a very high level here.

35. A working citizen does not have to worry about his health; insurance will even pay for expensive tests and procedures if they are necessary.

36. There are many old people in Israel, due to their long life expectancy and good medicine. And they do not sit at home, but remain socially active. If there is a need, a social worker will be assigned to the elderly person, who will help around the house, prepare meals and keep company on walks.

37. The children here are plump, especially the girls. There are generally fewer women in Israel than men, so even not very attractive representatives of the fairer sex can easily find a mate.

38. There are many children in Israel. If you believe the statistics, then approximately 3 children per woman. The country owes this high indicator to religious citizens whose families have 5–7 children.

39. The local population is very friendly, they will help you and explain things in plain language. If you speak a little Hebrew but make mistakes, you will be corrected without any malice or ridicule.

40. There are no stray dogs, but there are a huge number of cats. When kind locals go out to feed stray cats, a whole flock of 20–30 quite heavy faces comes running. They don't starve here. Even pigeons calmly pass in front of their noses, absolutely without fear for their lives and health.

41. There is a problem with insects in Israel. Cockroaches are the size of American cockroaches - 5 centimeters in length. If you leave a piece of chocolate on the bedside table overnight, the ants will eat it and drag you into the anthill. Therefore, everything edible, including potatoes, must be stored in the refrigerator, and not in a bag in the pantry. It is better to store cereals and pasta in sealed glass jars, otherwise the weevil will not sleep and will completely destroy everything.

42. In cafes and restaurants in Israel they feed for slaughter. If you order chicken tabaka, be prepared to receive a chicken the size of an adult chicken. And if you want to try pork, then you have a direct route to Russian establishments. Pork is not a kosher product.

43. In general, with regards to cuisine, it is very diverse here. After all, repatriates from many countries came to Israel. Some borrowed dishes have become national. Like, for example, the Yemeni skhug (something like adjika). It is eaten mainly with meat, but some people also add it to borscht :)

44. Also national dish is hummus - a snack made from chickpea puree, which is drizzled with olive oil, sprinkled with various seasonings and eaten with pita bread. Some Russians call it sealant because of its appearance, but it is very tasty.

45. Falafel - deep-fried balls - is also made from crushed chickpeas. The dish is Arabic, but it is very popular in Israel. There are even croutons with Falafel flavor. They go very well with beer.

46. ​​There are a lot of Russian stores with signs in Russian, with Russian-speaking sellers and Russian products. But I still haven’t found the classic Doctor’s sausage.

47. If you like low-fat kefir, do not trust the inscription in Russian “Kefir 3%”, in terms of thickness it resembles 15% sour cream, you have to transfer it from a bottle into a mug with a spoon. It is better to take the 1.5% Israeli-made analogue, it is more similar to the usual product.

48. In supermarkets, prices are higher than in the market, and much more so. Therefore, most people shop at the market, where the vegetables are even cleaner than in stores, and the potatoes are all washed. The choice of fruits is colossal, and they are not considered exotic in Israel.

49. Can you imagine what an oriental bazaar is? Sellers don’t just shout, they yell, and not just any words, but simply make sounds so that people pay attention to their point of sale.

50. If you come across a bakery on your way, don’t pass by. The baked goods are simply amazing: mini-pizzas, pies with potatoes, tuna, spinach, cottage cheese, etc., not to mention classic oriental sweets. Lick your fingers.

51. The most significant of all the religious holidays in Israel (which is not really a holiday, but rather a day of remembrance and mourning) is undoubtedly Yom Kippur or Judgment Day. On this day there is strict fasting and you cannot drink water. It is forbidden to even brush your teeth or wash your face. Driving a car and talking on a mobile phone are also taboo, radio and television do not work. But the children have plenty of freedom - they ride bicycles and roller skates right along the roadway, even on the tracks.

52. As in any country in the world, being a tourist and living in it are two different things. But in Israel this contrast is particularly felt.

53. Both boys and girls serve in the army, thin and fat, tall and short, healthy and not so healthy - everyone finds something to do.

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My name is Anna. I am a student and have been living in Israel for 7 months. I discovered a different side to the country when I first took part in a colorful masquerade and finally got used to greeting everyone with the question “How are you?” I often notice something unexpected and unusual for people of another culture. These are the things I will talk about in this article.

Especially for website I've collected the weirdest, funniest, and most amazing observations about Israel. Some of the notes are more impressions than facts, since I am not involved in religious culture.

Both women and men serve in Israel, and those who have not served find it difficult to find work

Every citizen serves in Israel. From the age of 18, young people are drafted into the army. Men serve for 3 years, and women for 2. After this, an Israeli can look for himself and a profession, and decide on his future. I'm 24 years old, but by local standards I'm a child.

Those who have not served here find it difficult to find work later. Both men and women, including religious ones, serve here. Now in the government the religious party is asking for the release of believers from the army, but so far such a law has not been adopted.

Local residents love promotions and discounts

Israelis don't like it when things go to waste. Therefore, on Friday, all vegetables in the markets fall in price by 2-3 times, especially just before closing.

Also, every Friday, Tel Aviv residents remove unnecessary items from their homes. I live in a room with 5 students, where 50% of the furniture and equipment are found on the street. They don’t disdain this here; on the contrary, it is considered absolutely normal.

Israelis are very fond of promotions and discounts. When you walk down the street, every shop calls: “Take 5 chocolates for the price of one!” And sellers are very surprised if you don’t take advantage of such a great offer.

Traditions and holidays make up a large part of the life of every citizen

In Israel, religious holidays and Jewish traditions occupy a large part of every citizen's life. This has a special charm. Plus it's an extra weekend. I arrived almost 7 months ago, during which time we celebrated here:

  • Yom Kippur(Judgment Day). It lasts for a day. At this time everything overlaps car roads and flights are cancelled. That's why secular Israelis use bicycles.
  • Rosh Hashanah(Head of the Year) - Jewish New Year. According to the Jewish calendar it is now 5578. I liked the tradition according to which it is customary to eat apples in honey - it is believed that this will make the year sweet.
  • Sukkot, or Feast of Tabernacles. It is celebrated for several days, during which small huts for meals are built with thatched roofs or roofs made of palm leaves, which are decorated with various toys made of colored paper.
  • Hanukkah- the most fabulous holiday. 8 days pass. At this time, everyone eats donuts, Hanukkah lamps are lit on the windows of houses and on the streets. One new candle is added every day.
  • Purim. Three-day spring masquerade. This is a day off only for schoolchildren, but in Tel Aviv people even come to work in suits. This is a city procession where everyone dresses up: children, adults, religious and secular.
  • Passover. The only tradition that was familiar to me as a child. One of the brightest holidays of the year. Regular bread on the shelves of the city is replaced by matzo.

There is a strong rip current in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is very strong reverse current in the sea, because of this, almost all beaches have breakwaters, and where there are none, swimming is prohibited. However, lifeguards only work until 16:00! At 16:00 the locker rooms also close, so everyone goes to the toilets to change, which is very inconvenient.

Israel is a country of cats and dogs, and all animals are vaccinated

Tel Aviv is a city of dogs. There is even a special beach for them. It is located right between the gay beach and the datiim (closed beach for religious people) - such an unusual neighborhood. In Israel there is a certain tax on keeping a dog, depending on its original cost. Thus, it is more profitable to take home a mongrel. All animals in the country are chipped. City cats are also marked and vaccinated.

In Israel, when greeting, they say not “Hello!”, but “How are you?”

At work I was very surprised that when greeting me they asked: “How are you?" But this is a question that does not require a specific answer. It is answered with the same question. The form of decency adopted here is difficult for foreigners to understand. And the word for "have fun" in Hebrew is "osim haim", which literally means "to do life".

Being a meat and fish lover is difficult and very expensive

Winter here lasts about 2 months a year. At this time, everyone at home is insulated in three layers of clothing, sleeping in socks and dressing gowns under electric blankets. The fact is that the houses do not have central heating.

In summer the water is heated thanks to solar panels installed on houses. And in winter, all hot water is heated by electricity. Here no one stands in the shower for a long time, or washes dishes for a long time, because water is a very expensive resource. But despite this, in the summer, when the heat is insane, in every establishment you can ask for plain water absolutely free. There are drinking fountains everywhere, and particularly in parks.

Living in Tel Aviv as a vegetarian is a real pleasure. When I first visited a cafe here and ordered a fruit shake, the waiter surprised me with the question: “Milk, soy milk, water or juice?” This is the absolute norm for any establishment here. In each area you can find several "green" stores with special products.

A country created for cyclists and lovers of electric scooters and electric skateboards

Now I'm interning at an office in Tel Aviv, and I live in Ramat Gan, which, by the standards of a Tel Avivite, is about the same as living in Brooklyn for a person working in Manhattan. Therefore, for me, the only way to get to the beach and the city on Shabbat is by bicycle, which almost every resident uses.

 

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