Ashkelon Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Israel
About Ashkelon
Ashkelon is one of the oldest cities inIsraeland has history that goes back more than 5,000 years. Ashkelon is especially famous for its history as one of ancient Philistines' major cities and in the biblical story of Samson. The ruins of many civilizations such as the Canaanites and Byzantines are located underneath the city. Many artifacts that have been recovered in archaeological digs are on display around the city. Good samples can be seen in the national park and in Afridar center. The city has been part of Israel since the 1948 independence war. Since then, the city has become a center for several waves of Jewish immigrants ("olim"). Newcomers fromIraq,Morocco, the ex-USSR andEthiopiaare the majority population. Since most of them came with little or no money, the city's socio-econo
Top Attractions in Ashkelon
Explore the best things to see and do in Ashkelon:
- ★Ashkelon national park
- ★Byzantine church
- ★Maqam al-Nabi Hussein
- ★Migdal
- ★Tomb of Sheikh Awad
Where to Eat in Ashkelon
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Marina
Where to Stay in Ashkelon
- 🏨Dan Gardens Mediterranean Hotel
- 🏨Holiday Inn Hotel 4 stars
- 🏨Samson Gardens 3 stars
Ashkelon Travel Guide Sections
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