Haifa
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This northern industrial (and cruise) port is Israel’s third-largest city. Touristically, it is best known for its beaches, cultural scene, Mount Carmel, and the UNESCO-listed Bahá'í Gardens’ Shrine of the Báb, a holy site.

Overview of Haifa

This industrial port in the north is the third-largest city in Israel. For tourists, it is best known for its beaches, cultural vibrancy, the Mount Carmel, and the Bahá'í Gardens’ Shrine of the Báb, a UNESCO-listed holy site. Haifa is also a major cruise stop in the region.

Key facts

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  • Heure locale: Heure : Haifa.
  • Population: 281,087 inhabitants (2017).
  • Superficie: 60 km².
  • Altitude: sea level.

History of Haifa

What to see and do in Haifa

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather in Haifa

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Getting there

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