Haifa
Haifa is a port city in northern Israel. It is the third largest city in the country, and is considered diverse in its population. Of its almost 300,000 residents, 25% are immigrants or descendent of immigrants from the former Soviet Union and 10% are Arab. 14% of the the residents are Christian, and 4% are Muslim. Haifa is a holy city for the Baha'i faith, and is home to the famous Baha’i Gardens.
Haifa’s port is the largest in the country. In addition to the vital docks, it also has several chemical and oil refineries. It has the largest business park in Israel, featuring some of the branch offices of the most competitive and global companies in the world.
In addition to the Baha’i Gardens, Haifa has several other tourist attractions. It also has the restored German Colony which was founded by the Templers, Mount Carmel national park, and an artists colony.
Haifa is home to the Technion University, Israel’s oldest university and the top ranked education center in Israel and the Middle East.
Haifa is the birthplace of Naftali Bennett, Gene Simmons, and the members of Infected Mushrooms.
Haifa Airport gets a duty-free shop: A new era for the historic terminal
Layam won the tender to open a 200m² duty-free store at Haifa Airport. The shop will open soon, marking the airport’s full return to international operations.
Duty Free to open at Haifa Airport. Here’s what awaits you there
Air Haifa begins regular flights from Haifa to Rhodes twice a week
Air Haifa expands international network with direct flights to Rhodes
Quest Room – Israel’s largest escape room complex awaits you in the heart of Haifa
Over the past decade, escape rooms became top attractions in Israel. These fun, challenging adventures offer teamwork, puzzles, and adrenaline – perfect for families, friends, and groups.
Another aircraft and more flights: The northern airline expands operations
Air Haifa signed a deal to buy another ATR 72-600, after a fourth joins this summer. The expansion will boost flight frequencies and add new destinations from Haifa Airport.
Haifa Cop indicted for choking protester in anti-gov't demonstration in Caesarea
While judges ruled that police have a difficult job "does not excuse blurring the boundaries of use of force."
The struggle paid off: One of the oldest projects in the north is finally moving forward
After years of neglect, Yossfatel St. residents in Motzkin see hope: the District Committee approved Yam Suf Group’s plan. “One of the oldest complexes I’ve handled,” says Tzachi Omer.
Overlooking Haifa Bay: A new urban renewal project launches on the Carmel
The Savyonim Group is launching an urban renewal project in central Haifa: 11 old units will be replaced with 30 new ones at Hanassi and Yefe Nof streets, offering modern design and prime location.
Missing in action: Where are the Jewish organizations? - opinion
Once, Jewish students boldly defended Israel in Europe’s streets and campuses. Today, well-funded Jewish organizations are nowhere to be found as anti-Israel forces dominate.
Grapevine, May 16, 2025: Generous gift to the University of Haifa
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
A transparent market will enhance Haifa Bayport in delivering more benefits to Israelis - opinion
In the past three years, Bayport has managed 1.9 million TEUs, created over 500 local jobs, and paid NIS 230 in royalties to the Israeli government.
Israeli left-wing group suspended at University of Haifa after protesting the war in Gaza
Tensions have flared in recent years at Haifa, whose campus enrolls the largest proportion of Arabs of any Israeli university.
Belu Simion Fainaru: The world-renowned artist, educator set to receive the Israel Prize
Internationally acclaimed interdisciplinary artist and educator gets a stately pat on the back as he wins the Israel Prize.
Tel Shikmona reveals evidence of ancient purple dye production
The chemicals in the dye were made from snail mucus.
