Jerusalem, Israel – what is really happening
Once in awhile we do get out of Jerusalem, Israel,
and not so far away is the road leading to the Dead Sea.
Here the marker for sea level is on the right side
and the iconic camel is on the left side of the road.
And the view of the Dead Sea?
Decide for yourself.
Is it any wonder that so many people from around the world
come to vacation at the Dead Sea?
Shabbat shalom!
Even after a really busy day, I could not pass up a chance to attend
the opening of a new exhibit at the Tower of David Museum.
Summer of Inspiration: “Threads” exhibit is now on view
down inside the ancient fortress of the Tower of David.
Ten Israeli fashion designers have created
original costumes around the theme of ‘Women of Jerusalem’.
There are dresses for Queen Helena
and the Queen of Sheba.
Want to try to guess who inspired this red number?
This is an outfit for Salome Alexandra
and this one for Shira.
This black and white outfit is very prim & proper
as is the dress for Hemda Ben-Yeuhda.
But this one for Melisende
and this one for Roxelana are as unusual as the names of the women.
No matter what you think of these designer fashions and the show,
I think we might all agree,
that while it is impressive by day,
as the sun sets and the lights go on,
the Tower of David is even more magnificent!
These one-of-a-kind fashions and their photographs
will be on display in the museum until October.
New threads in an ancient fortress,
where else could this be happening,
but in Jerusalem, Israel?
Threats from Syria and Iran prevail in the headlines.
The Iron Dome has been moved to the north.
Civilian air space in northern Israel has been closed.
In the days before aviation,
it was the railway that connected to Jerusalem to the north.
With the advance of air travel and opening of the modern Malha Station,
the historic Jerusalem Railway Station was closed
and for years, at best,
it was a showcase for colorful graffiti on boarded windows.
But this week in Jerusalem, Israel, the old railway station has reopened,
along with Milton’s Way, a walking and biking path
that finally emerged from behind the construction fences.
There is still more work to be done,
but the 8 kilometer trail is coming to completion.
First station is already a new site for wedding photos,
even as it is getting ready to roll.
The new Old Jerusalem Railway Station was lit up last week,
for a grand opening party.
After years
of neglect,
and construction
that seemed endless at times,
at last
the end of the railway and trail renovation is in sight.
Some interiors still have to be renovated,
but the main plaza is looking good
and the bike racks are ready.
It will be some time until walkers have any shade from the sun,
but even at mid-day the trails are already in use.
The Jerusalem Railway Station is to be open on Shabbat
with mostly non-kosher restaurants.
After this major face lift,
First Station is set to be the new major tourist attraction in Jerusalem.