Nahariya is a costal city in the North District of Israel. Founded by German immigrants in the 1930s, Nahariya was founded as an agricultral city, but quickly became a tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches. The city is also home to the food congolomorate Strauss-Elite. Iscar, a metals company, led Nahariya to be the first city Warren Buffet invested in outside of the United States.
The population of just over 50,000 is 97% Jewish. Nahariya is built around the Ga’aton River, which passes through the downtown area of the city. Nahariya’s name translates to river.Nahariya’s main thoroughfare, Sderot HaGa’aton, crosses the city from east to
west. Flowing through the center of the boulevard is the Ga’aton River and
during the rainy winter it is a pleasure to observe its waters rushing towards
the sea. Along the length of this lively street are dozens of coffee houses,
restaurants and shops. Lined up on the street during the summer and holiday
seasons are beautiful horse-drawn carriages which have become the Nahariya’s
symbol. Their pleasant drivers will be happy to take you on a tour of the city
and the coast.This post is part of a series about cities in Israel. To see all posts,
see City
Focus Israel.
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