November 5, 2014, Updated July 13, 2015
High in the mountains of the Upper Galilee, the city of Safed (Tzfat) has a special air. It is here that kabala, or Jewish mysticism, first took root. Visitors flock to see the colorful historic synagogues and alleyways of the Old City, which also boasts a lively artists quarter. You’ll find winemakers, candle-makers, cheese-makers and textile artisans.
And the views? They’re breathtaking. Just take a look!
Music by Jozef van Wissem.
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