Jaffa was contested during the Crusades, when it presided over the County of Jaffa and Ascalon. It is associated with the 1192 Battle of Jaffa and subsequent Treaty of Jaffa, a truce between Richard the …

Dec 27, 2025 · Jaffa is an ancient Mediterranean port that is now part of Tel Aviv–Yafo, Israel. Its earliest known settlement was by the Canaanites, but it passed hands frequently between ancient …

Jaffa (or Yafo) is the ancient port city out of which Tel Aviv has now grown, filled with fascinating galleries, shops, and eateries

Jaffa’s story stretches back over 4,000 years, making it one of the world’s oldest port cities. Mentioned in the Bible as Joppa – where Jonah set sail before encountering the whale – Jaffa has been a gateway …

Nov 29, 2025 · Jaffa is a lively area and one of the main attractions in Tel Aviv. Also known as Yafo or Joppa, it’s an ancient port city that was annexed by Tel Aviv on April 24, 1950.

Jaffa is the most ancient city center and port within the Tel Aviv region. Before the new Jewish city of Tel Aviv was founded in 1908 in the sand dunes north of Jaffa, Jaffa was the main settlement for Arabs, …

Apr 2, 2024 · Discover the best things to do in Jaffa with this guide by a local. Uncover historic & cultural wonders, and essential travel tips for a memorable visit.

Jaffa is one of Palestine's key gateways to the sea and serves as a major western portal to the country. Historically, Jaffa served as a vital link between Palestine and the countries of the Mediterranean …

The Jaffa orange, a label introduced by German Templers in the late 19th century and also known by their Arabic name, Shamouti orange, is an orange variety with few seeds and a tough skin that …

1 day ago · Rabbi Nataniel Abitan, who teaches at a yeshiva in Jaffa, was attacked Thursday evening on Yefet Street in the city and was taken to Ichilov Hospital with minor injuries.