Ashdod Travelers guide

Ashdod | Sightseeing 90 400 different stalls - from house ware and toys to clothing, shoes and car accessories. The market, which is a microcosm of the multicultural society in Ashdod, is open from sunrise to sunset, and provides an interesting peek into community life. After absorbing the flavors and aroma of the colorful market, it is time to continue with a short drive along the coast, be impressed by the promenade and the rare beauty of the sea, and feel like you're overseas. When you arrive at the Hakshatot Square , where Rogozin and Moshe Dayan streets meet, you will see on your right the Struma and Mafkura monument, which commemorates the 1,072 illegal immigrants from the two ships that sank in the sea. In order to get to it, turn right (following the signs to Gandhi beach) and park your car in one of the nearest parking lots. Now, take a short walk back to the monument. On your way to it, you will see another monument, made of steel: It is called " Shadow and Light " and serves as a commemorative enterprise for the illegal immigrants from Morocco and the fallen from the ship "Egoz" who perished in 1961 on their way to the Israeli shore. This impressive monument, which was erected in early 2016, is the creation of the architect and artist Ari Moris Hayun. It consists of three parts assembled side by side and embedded deep into the ground, and one central part. When you approach the monument, you will discover that the parts do not touch each other. According to the artist, the three parts represent three North African countries: Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria, whereas the fourth part represents the State of Israel. Lido Beach parking lot Wednesdays (on holidays/ festivals the market takes place on Mondays) from early morning till sunset The Promenade 08-8536060 Handicapped accessibility - Fully accessible Ashdod-Yam Market