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Ashdod is a city on the Mediterranean coast of Israel, halfway between Tel Aviv and Gaza. One of Israel's two industrial ports is located here.Busiest port of Israel with 60% of all imports and exports passing through it.

Culture and History

Ashdod famous by its diverse population,each wave of Jewish immigration represented. Jews from former Soviet Union makes up 1/3 of total 205 000 residents. City is also home to large numbers of Moroccan, Georgian, Ethiopian and recently, French and Argentinian Jews. Romanian and Indian communities also represented.

Large numbers of immigrants reflects a modest(by Israel's standards) housing prices in the city.

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Tours and Getting around Ashdod

Ashdod tourist attractions and sightseeing

Southern beach area is home to Fatimid fortress from Crusades period located several meters/yards from coastline. The site is guarded by local policemen and entirely fenced.

Giv'at Yona (Jona's Hill) is highest point of the city (around 150 m above sea level).

Ashdod city tours

Ashdod has a pretty long coast (8 km/6 miles) with several public beaches accessible for the public.

Ashdod souvenirs and shopping

In downtown district (actually in upper part of the city) on Rogozin street large souvenir store is located. There you can buy local stamps and postcards; water from Jordan river, soil from Jerusalem and many more.

Ashdod Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Ashdod nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Ashdod cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Near the northern beach area two hotels are located, prices around 250-300 new shekels (US$55-75) per day for one person, meals not included.

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