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More to see in Netanya

The main entertainment for guests of Netanya is rest on picturesque beaches. Besides, the city has many beautiful parks and gardens that nature enthusiasts will like. Utopia Orchid Park is considered to be the most beautiful. It is striking with a variety of beautiful flowers and exotic plants, as well as exquisite landscape decoration. This park has gathered one of the largest collections of orchids in the country. Here you can see rare plants that are found in tropical forests. Apart from lush flower beds, there are several artificial fish ponds in the park. Even though the garden was created artificially, it has become home to rare species of birds and insects. Utopia Orchid Park is very impressive in size - one day will definitely not be enough to see all of its sights. Fans of pristine natural beauties will be interested in visiting Agamon Hula Park where fascinating tours are held at any time of the year. Besides natural landscapes striking in their diversity, the park has one more interesting feature. It is a major wintering center for migratory birds, and that's why professional ornithologists visit the reserve at certain times of the year. According to rough estimates, more than half a million birds come to this park during the migration period. Vehicles are banned in the nature reserve. Tourists will be offered walking and cycling tours, as well as golf carts for rent. Near the city, you'll find large Shefayim Water Park, which is mainly visited by vacationers … Read further

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Netanya for children - what to visit

A zoo called Safari is another nice place for young tourists to enjoy. This is a very large zoo where you can see freely walking antelopes, hippos, African birds, and elephants. A wonderful safari themed playground fits perfectly into the overall picture. At the exit, visitors can find a wonderful store with souvenirs. It'd be a good idea to take food with you, as the zoo provides great picnic spots. Nearby is the … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Doing shopping at the market, one should bargain with sellers - bargaining is considered a good local tradition. If you buy any product at the originally indicated price, the seller may get bored and even be offended by the buyer who does not respect local traditions. While at the market, be sure to find traditional cornmeal sweets, which remain a favorite treat among local kids. Many experienced tourists prefer to … Open

Advices for travellers

7. Netanya's most popular and expensive hotels are located near the coast. A better option for budget tourists is hotels and apartments located away from the beaches - they offer much more affordable prices. 8. The city presents restaurants and cafes of various profiles. The most affordable are traditional pizzerias, as well as restaurants specializing in regional fast food. 9. For shopping enthusiasts, the … Open

Travel guide to Netanya

Not far from Netanya are the ruins of Qaqun castle, the very first mention of which dates back to the 12th century. Built on a hilltop, it served as a fortification intended for the defense of the city. Today the castle is of great historical interest: according to some information, the first buildings existed on its site in prehistoric times. Some of the stones used in the construction of the fortress are … Open

Traditions and mentality of Netanya

Since the city is visited by many foreign guests every year, local residents have long been accustomed to representatives of other cultures and treat them with some respect and interest. To show respect in return, it's enough just to follow generally accepted rules and learn a few simple phrases in their native language - this will be appreciated for sure. Going for a walk around the city, it is more preferable to … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Those who cannot imagine a meal without hearty meat dishes are welcome to Alabama Restaurant. Positioning itself as a steakhouse, it serves dishes prepared in the style of various cuisines of the world. The restaurant also offers traditional Israeli lamb dishes and original smoked meat, which has become a kind of house specialty. In spite of its immense popularity, the restaurant keeps prices at an affordable … Open

Top sigths of Israel

Neot Kdumim is quite an unusual park. The Biblical Landscape Reserve has only plants and trees that are mentioned in the Bible. In the park, you will see Lebanon cedar, myrrh, hyssop and frankincense. Galilea region is also a beautiful place, where visitors will see not only picturesque forests and fields, but also several cosy villages, ruins of synagogues and churches. … Open

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