Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Jaffa - July 23rd, 2009

Mosaic met veteran guide Yona Wiseman (www.yonawise.com), and took her tour titled,
"Tour of Jaffa - One of the Oldest Cities in the World":

Walk through the Old City of Jaffa, where Bible stories come alive. Enjoy the alleyways lined with art shops and studios of famous artists. Visit the port, once a gateway to Jerusalem and today filled with fishing boats. Pay a visit to the Flea Market in the area."
Warren Z organized a full list of participants. But first, how to get the strength to tour? Dinner (arranged by Maxine) at Il Cafe Yafo (http://cafeyaffo.rest-e.co.il/) where we feasted on wonderful Italian food topped off by caffe and homemade ice cream.
It was an effort to leave the a/c place and set out for the hot streets, but Yona's photos of Jaffa a century ago made history come alive. A good time was had by all.

Fiona's pictures can be seen at http://picasaweb.google.com/fvernea/JaffaJuly2009

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