Israel - Gold City

A contrast of worlds. In the 60 years of existence Israel has suffered 10 full scale wars. In Tel Aviv you would never have known. The relaxed and open minded vibe shines through on any of it's faces. It can be metropole, romantic, sophisticated and historical. A simple question can be answered in a full scale debate and with a population of 7.5 million, I'm guessing there is 7.5 million full scale debates to be had. You got people from the extreme right, extreme left and somewhere in between. So with blend of cultures including Bedoin Arab, Beta Israel (Amhara), Beta Israel (Tigrinya), Ethiopian Jews, Gypsies, Haredim Jews, Israeli Arabs, Jews, USSR Jews, Jewish Sabras, Messanic Jews, Orthodox Jews,Palestinian Arabs, Russian Jews, Secular Jews (there is 90 in total) everyone has a story to share. Some want war, some want peace, which could be solved with war?? I was never really sure what people want? I know they like money.. and socialising on the beach..fitness parks.. mystical surf.. and ice cream shops? Special thanks to Daya (our little but legendary, tourist guide, host, encyclopedia and friend).

:: From Old Jaffa to Tel Aviv, By far the coolest place in Israel. Can you see the money? (Canon 5D MKii, HDR image)

::Another culture centre on the path to Jaffa (Canon 5D MKii, HDR image)

::I think these rocks are as old as the big man himself? (Canon 5D MKii, HDR image)

::Just over the famous wishing bridge where I made a wish to stay in this hotel (Canon 5D MKii, HDR image)