Ashdod Travelers guide

What brought us here 133 the ship was hit by a shell fired by IDF forces. The Etzel members later claimed that sending them back to sea was designed to harm them. The Hagana members, on the other hand, claimed that the Etzel members were planning a revolt. 16 Etzel members and three IDF soldiers were killed in the crossfire. The decision of the Etzel leaders not to return fire toward the shooters probably prevented a civil war. Within a few minutes' walk, or better yet - climb, southeast of the square, is the Great Dune . The unique impressive dune, which can be seen from afar, is the largest dune in Israel. You can reach it from here, but since there are no signs or direction, it is recommended to be patient and wait until you arrive at the next location in the tour. While it takes significantly longer (about two hours) to get from it to the dune, the route itself is marked, and provides more attractions. Return to your car, continue northward on Altalena Boulevard, and turn right at Menachem Begin street. On your right you will see the Ashdod Assuta Hospital , the opening of which on June 4th, 2017, at the end of a long public struggle, was no less than an historical event. The modern hospital was the first public hospital opened in the country since 1980. The hospital now provides advanced medical services to residents of the city and the surrounding areas. With the Big Fashion complex, which you will come to at the end of your route, and the southern exit from the city in front of you, turn right on Moshe Sneh Boulevard. Drive slowly, since a few meters after the turn you need to turn right, toward Sycamore Park , which lies at the northeastern edge of the Sand Park . After a few hundred meters the road curves to the left. Continue until you notice the Shikmim parking lot - the northern entrance to the large Sand Park. In the parking lot there is a group of huge sycamore trees, a number of picnic tables and a playground. The Shikmim parking lot (free of charge) To Ad-Halom Station "Afikim" bus company routes 17, 27, 38, 85, 85A, 140, 141, 142, or 152 All week, 24 hours a day Free of charge Hashikmim Parking Lot Not accessible Sand Park and the Great Dune