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'''Herzliya''' ({{lang-he|הרצליה}}) is a city in the [[Tel Aviv District]] of [[Israel]], located on the central [[coastal plain]] of the country. It is named after [[Theodor Herzl]], the founder of modern [[political Zionism]]. | |||
'''Herzliya''' ({{lang-he|הרצליה}}) is a city in the [[Tel Aviv District]] of [[Israel]], located on the central | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
Herzliya was founded in 1924 | Herzliya was founded in 1924 by the [[Seven Stars Association]], a group of [[Jewish]] immigrants from [[Europe]]. The city was named in honor of Theodor Herzl, the visionary behind the [[Zionist movement]]. Initially, Herzliya was established as an agricultural community, but it has since developed into a major urban center. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Herzliya is situated | Herzliya is situated along the [[Mediterranean Sea]], providing it with a long stretch of beautiful beaches. The city is divided into several neighborhoods, including Herzliya Pituach, which is known for its luxury homes and high-tech industry. | ||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
Herzliya is a | Herzliya is a hub for [[high-tech]] companies and is part of the [[Silicon Wadi]], Israel's version of [[Silicon Valley]]. Many multinational corporations have offices in Herzliya, contributing to its reputation as a center for innovation and technology. | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
The city is home to several educational institutions, including the [[Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya]] (IDC), a private college that offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. | |||
== Culture and Recreation == | == Culture and Recreation == | ||
Herzliya offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities. The city has | Herzliya offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities. The city has numerous parks, a marina, and a vibrant nightlife. The Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art is a notable cultural institution in the city. | ||
== Transportation == | == Transportation == | ||
Herzliya is well-connected by road and rail. The [[Israel Railways]] | Herzliya is well-connected by road and rail. The [[Israel Railways]] provides service to the city, and it is accessible via the [[Ayalon Highway]]. | ||
== | == Sister Cities == | ||
Herzliya has | Herzliya has several [[sister cities]], including [[Beverly Hills, California]], and [[Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown]], [[Ireland]]. | ||
== | == References == | ||
* [ | * [http://www.herzliya.muni.il/ Herzliya Municipality] | ||
* [https://www.cbs.gov.il/ Central Bureau of Statistics] | |||
* [ | |||
== External Links == | |||
* [http://www.herzliya.muni.il/ Official website] | |||
{{Tel Aviv District}} | |||
{{Cities in Israel}} | |||
[[Category:Cities in Israel]] | [[Category:Cities in Israel]] | ||
[[Category:Populated places established in 1924]] | [[Category:Populated places established in 1924]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:1924 establishments in Mandatory Palestine]] | ||
[[Category:Herzliya]] | |||
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File:Coat of Arms of Herzliya.svg|Coat of Arms of Herzliya | |||
File:הרצליה - בניה-JNF037754.jpeg|הרצליה - בניה | |||
File:Herzliya 1942.jpg|Herzliya 1942 | |||
File:Herzliya 1945.jpg|Herzliya 1945 | |||
File:Herzliya Central Bus Station 1964.jpg|Herzliya Central Bus Station 1964 | |||
File:Herzliya Ensemble.JPG|Herzliya Ensemble | |||
File:בן- ציון מיכאלי על רקע התבואה בגורן בסג'רה-JNF002484.jpeg|בן- ציון מיכאלי על רקע התבואה בגורן בסג'רה | |||
File:Herzliya Ind 040.jpg|Herzliya Ind 040 | |||
File:Herzliya-Stadium.jpg|Herzliya Stadium | |||
File:PikiWiki Israel 11462 Israeli winter at sea.JPG|Israeli winter at sea | |||
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Latest revision as of 05:45, 3 March 2025
Herzliya (Hebrew: הרצליה ) is a city in the Tel Aviv District of Israel, located on the central coastal plain of the country. It is named after Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern political Zionism.
History[edit]
Herzliya was founded in 1924 by the Seven Stars Association, a group of Jewish immigrants from Europe. The city was named in honor of Theodor Herzl, the visionary behind the Zionist movement. Initially, Herzliya was established as an agricultural community, but it has since developed into a major urban center.
Geography[edit]
Herzliya is situated along the Mediterranean Sea, providing it with a long stretch of beautiful beaches. The city is divided into several neighborhoods, including Herzliya Pituach, which is known for its luxury homes and high-tech industry.
Economy[edit]
Herzliya is a hub for high-tech companies and is part of the Silicon Wadi, Israel's version of Silicon Valley. Many multinational corporations have offices in Herzliya, contributing to its reputation as a center for innovation and technology.
Education[edit]
The city is home to several educational institutions, including the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya (IDC), a private college that offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Culture and Recreation[edit]
Herzliya offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities. The city has numerous parks, a marina, and a vibrant nightlife. The Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art is a notable cultural institution in the city.
Transportation[edit]
Herzliya is well-connected by road and rail. The Israel Railways provides service to the city, and it is accessible via the Ayalon Highway.
Sister Cities[edit]
Herzliya has several sister cities, including Beverly Hills, California, and Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Ireland.
References[edit]
External Links[edit]
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Herzliya Ind 040 -
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Israeli winter at sea
