At the northwest extreme of Israel, there is a unique formation of brilliantly white, exceptionally soft chalk jutting into the pure blue waters of the Mediterranean called
Rosh Hanikra (the Head of the Grottoes). During the
British Mandate, a train tunnel was cut through the rock, one step in the British Empire's goal to connect Cairo with Istanbul and, from there, Europe.
On top of the rocks is the
border crossing with Lebanon that is operated by the UN. You can walk right up to the gate and, like good tourists, we did. It was quiet and calm, though I imagine that wasn't the case
two years ago.
Kurt,
ReplyDeleteYour photo journal and description of travels through Israel are great! I learned a lot by looking at everything you posted. Kosher Burger King I understand......monkeyduck on City Hall......not so much.
Dad