Tel Aviv’s Busiest Street : Dizengoff Street
As one of the oldest and busiest streets in Tel Aviv, Dizengoff street was given its name in for the first mayor of the city, back in 1934. Back then, Dizengoff street was the premiere place to see and be seen and came to be the representative for Israel’s cultural life and energy. During the 70s and 80s, when the state fell into difficult times, Dezingoff came to be neglected, as did most other areas of Tel Aviv. Nowadays, Dizengoff street is going through a renaissance period as new cafes and restaurants, along with newer shopping areas, have popped up to make the street a happening place once more. To walk through Dizengoff street is to walk through pure Israel. Dezingoff street truly lies at the heart of the Israeli culture.
Dizengoff street starts at Ibn Gabirol Street and goes north, running past both the shopping area and the Square of Dizengoff, (Kikar Dizengoff) where a fountain of many colors designed by the Israeli artist Yaakov Agam sits, and finishes its run close to the remodeled Tel Aviv boardwalk. Cafes dot the street, however the bars and boutiques are focused mainly to the northern area of Dezingoff street.
A little about the history of Dizengoff street
Dizengoff’s popularity stretches back as far as the genesis of Tel Aviv. Weekends were a time for citizens of surrounding towns and villages to come for the experience of walking down this venerable avenue. These days the street has all the greatest designer shops Tel Aviv has to offer such as Doron Ashkenazi, Tovaleh, Galit Levy and Dorit Sade.
Everywhere you walk down Dizengoff street you will find shops of particular distinctions, from those catering to suits and wedding dresses, to others that run the gamut of price and style. It is here that you will discover some of the greatest designer shops offered by Israeli’s with impeccable reputations.
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Dizengoff Center
Starting back in early 70s and going for half a decade, the modern shopping center had its first drugstore, along with other shopping favorites.
There is a movie theater here, along with cafes and shops. Art exhibits have found a home here as well.
Lev Cinema — shows international films of quality.
Gym and swimming pool on the roof, available around the clock.
Soho — International designs are shown here, with the biggest designed products showcase on the top floor.
From Thursday through Friday:
Food Market gives visitors numerous cooking that is made fresh in homemade style, from couscous, meatballs and soups to pies and cakes, along with several other types of traditional fare. The best thing to do is to go where your knows leads you to locate your favorite meals. Hours are from 4 pm to 10 pm on Thursday, and 10:30 am to 4 pm on Friday.
The Fashion Designers Bazaar lets you try out all of the most contemporary designs from the greatest that Israel has to offer. You might be uncomfortable trying the styles on, however taking a walk around the bazaar can give you a fair feeling about the styles and tastes of the local area, and the prices here are less than they are elsewhere. Hours are Friday only, from 10:30 am to 4 pm.
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