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Jaffa is one of the oldest cities in Israel , which used to be a port. Here came the ships from different countries with cargo and passengers. But gradually it lost its importance and became a purely tourist place. One of the most interesting sights that invariably attract tourists is the wish bridge in Jaffa.
What is interesting bridge of desire?
At the moment, the port of Jaffa is a museum-workshop with numerous restaurants, galleries and interesting places. The bridge of desires is one of the most interesting places in the port with an unusual design, it has worldwide fame.
The bridge was built through a trench made of wood, but it is kept in good condition thanks to the care of the city authorities. He attracts tourists not by architectural style or history, but by a special ritual. All guests who come to Jaffa come here with one goal - to make a wish. To do this, you need to approach the bridge, enter the skylight and find your own Zodiac symbol. Then you need to put your hand on it and, looking at the sea distance, make a wish.
The ritual takes a little time, but after its termination there will be a firm belief that the wish will come true. Otherwise, it will not work either, because the bridge is on the holy land of Israel. It is known that it depends on the accuracy of the statement whether it will turn out or not.
Each sign of the zodiac is carved on metal cylinders, which are attached to the railing, which stretches along the bridge. Products with signs alternate with simple cylinders. They are located at an even distance from each other. Find your Zodiac simply - all the cylinders are attached in the order in which the signs are located. In addition, they have an image of the Zodiac and an inscription in Latin, Israeli, so you can not find or miss a cylinder.
Walking on the bridge is worthwhile to postpone the ritual for a few minutes. The surrounding landscape helps to think and articulate a secret desire. At the very beginning of the bridge there is a mosaic in the skylight, on which the city is depicted, and above it the month and the falling moon. The picture is supplemented with the Hebrew phrase. Go through the bridge or stop in the middle is not at all scary, the construction is very strong.
How to get there?
To reach the bridge of desires in Jaffa, there are several types of public transport, which include:
- bus route number 46, which goes from the central bus station;
- bus number 16, which goes to the embankment, then you need to walk a short distance;
- bus route number 83, which goes from the HaHagana railway station.