Private tour in Jerusalem Ayelet C
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Ayelet C.
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My name is Ayelet, I was born and raised in Jerusalem, the most interesting and beautiful city. Although I have lived here all my life, I look at my city each day as if it was the first time, and the more I study about the city, the more I feel its magic and complexity. Until I was ten I lived in an old apartment from the Ottoman era; the bathroom was outside the apartment, and in the courtyard there was still an antique water pump. Only after I grew up I realized that I was kind of living in another century. But this is what fascinates me in Jerusalem: when I stroll in the streets I'm not walking only through space, but also through time and it's great, so many historical periods greet me every day. I am an avid reader, so I see Jerusalem not only through my eyes but also through the eyes of writers such as Mark Twain and his hilarious view on the land of Israel, Selma Lagerlöf who wrote about the exciting and spiritual journey to Jerusalem, and other writers and travelers who visited us. I'm trying to understand this place through the eyes of religious people, secular ones, people with different political views and diffrent religion, it helps me guide with an objective point of view as much as I can; I believe in the right of Jews, Muslims, Christians, and all to live here peacefully. I'm a Jew, and my husband is a Christian (it's very rare here), we have two grown-up children. We love to hike in nature and to learn about the plants of Israel and of course we love the great food here, if you'll join me you can taste some of it too. Hope to see you, Ayelet • 2-year tour guide course, School of Tourism- a Tour Guide Certificate (Hebrew and English) • A license to guide tours under the supervision of the Ministry of Education-School Guide Certificate I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle, or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Join me for an evening walk through Machane Yehuda Market and discover the street art hidden on its walls and shutters. At night, when the market changes its character and the stalls give way to bars, restaurants and music, we’ll explore the colorful graffiti that has become part of the market. A highlight of the tour is the work of artist Solomon Souza, whose portraits of famous Jewish and Israeli figures cover many of the market’s metal shutters. We’ll stop at some of the paintings and hear the stories behind the people depicted. Along the way, we’ll also discover other graffiti, small details and hidden corners of the market, while enjoying the atmosphere of Machane Yehuda at night. We will also visit the nearby charming neighborhood of Nachlaot.
-Machane Yehuda Market at night (on Saturday during the day) -Solomon Souza's and other artists' murals -Street art and Graffiti -Nachlaot Neighborhood -Taste the famous Rugelach from the beloved Marzipan Bakery -Shots of Arak or another local drink
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Mahane Yehuda light rail stop, Jaffa St
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