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Israel Coastal Plain (Philistia) Joppa

Location:
Joppa
Description:
The ancient breakwater of Joppa is still visible just off the shore in the Mediterranean Sea.



Location:
Joppa
Description:
The eastern seaboard of the Mediterranean Sea offers no natural harbors. Large stones were moved into the sea to create a breakwater to accommodate shipping in this busy port. This method, called a jetty, is still used today.



Location:
Joppa
Description:
The traditional site of Simon the Tanner's House. Although tanning was considered an unclean trade, Peter stayed here with Simon for many days (Acts 9:43).



Location:
Joppa
Description:
Looking northwards along the Mediterranean coast from Joppa to Tel-Aviv.



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