Page 20 - Discover Israel Magazine - Philippines Edition 2019

The Sarona complex
Jaffa's Flea Market. Photos: Guy Yechiely Photo: Shutterstock
Jaimi Silverberg
A boutique in Jaffa With such a wide variety of
The Hatachana Compound markets and malls, it’s no
wonder Tel Aviv has been
crowned the fashion capital in the world, filled with history and culture.
of Israel. Whether you’re looking for local
craft, unique souvenirs, handmade jewelry or
everyday retail therapy, this Tel Aviv shopping
guide has you covered!
Sarona
Sarona is one of the trendiest shopping
areas in Tel Aviv. Located in the heart of the
city, this complex is perfect for an outdoor
shopping experience. The beautifully restored
buildings are home to a variety of luxury
brands, including Tommy Hilfiger, Fred
Perry, G-Star & Liebeskind. Sarona is also
adorned by local fashion brands, upscale
jewelers, beauty products and a variety of
art galleries. The surrounding architecture
and greenery provides a picturesque and
tranquil backdrop to this shopping area. A
successful day of shopping is guaranteed to
work up an appetite, so be sure to explore
Sarona’s indoor food market, an 8,700m²
space housing every imaginable cuisine from
all around the world!
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Jaffa
Old Jaffa is one of the most ancient port cities
A stroll through the narrow and winding
alleyways, interspersed with golden historic
stone buildings, will leave you in jaw-dropping
awe. People love to wander through the many
art galleries this picturesque port has to offer.
Maskit, Israel’s re-born fashion house, is
located here. Founded in 1954, Maskit is a
luxury fashion brand founded by Ruth Dayan,
the former wife of late General and Statesman
Moshe Dayan. Though sold internationally
in prestigious stores such as Bergdorf
Goodman and Neiman Marcus, what could
be better than entering Israel’s fashion house
and observing its history and vintage designs
for yourself? For a spot of hotel luxury, look
no further than the entrance of the Jaffa
district where The Setai Tel Aviv is located,
offering a grand experience with views of the
Mediterranean Sea only one could dream of.
Neve Tzedek
Shabazi Street is the main axis of Tel
Aviv’s beautifully manicured Neve Tzedek
neighborhood. Known as Tel Aviv’s ‘White
City’s first’ quarter, over the years the real estate