City history
Trace the journey of Tel Aviv, from its origins as the garden suburb of Ahuzat Bayit to its rise as a global center of Bauhaus architecture and modern culture.
Chapter one
Historical name
"Owner of a House"
The original settlement association established by families in 1909 to create a modern Hebrew neighborhood adjacent to Jaffa.
Owner of a House
The founding association and neighborhood that served as the precursor to the city of Tel Aviv.
Hill of Spring
A name taken from biblical context to symbolize the rebirth and growth of the Hebrew community.
Chapter two
Israel reinstated daylight saving time to assist with national energy conservation efforts.
The government adjusted the transition dates for daylight saving time to align more closely with European schedules.
Chapter three
The establishment of the Ahuzat Bayit neighborhood, marking the start of the first modern Hebrew city.
Tel Aviv was officially recognized as an independent city, separating its governance from the Jaffa district.
The White City was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its unique collection of Bauhaus architecture.