Northern Galilee Coastal Plain

Seen from the green-covered peaks of Mt. Carmel, Israel's northern coastline stretches from Haifa Bay all the way up to the majestic cliffs of Rosh Hanikra on the northern border. A panoramic view of the area includes a busy Haifa Port, the modern lines of Israel's petrochemical industrial buildings, charming Nahariya, the mountains of Galilee, and the town of Acco.

The Israelite tribe of Zebulun was allocated the territory just south of Acco. Indeed, the Bible tells us that "Zebulun will have one portion; it will border the territory of Issachar from east to west" [Ezekiel 48:26]. Numerous beaches and colorful resorts are visible on the coast. Probably because of their fortuitous location next to the Ga’aton and Achziv rivers, the most popular are those situated within the towns of Nahariya and Achziv.

Over the millennia, waves constantly pounding and shattering along this coastline have created unique and beautiful geological formations on the shore. In sharp contrast, and only slightly to the east, rise the foothills and mountains of the Lower and Upper Galilee. These two regions are separated naturally by the Beth Hakerem Valley, lowlands that stretch from Acco all the way to the Galilee town of Safed.