Artists' Colony

Jerusalem


One of the city's oldest streets, this cobblestone alleyway is lined with small artists' galleries and workshops producing jewellery, paintings, Judaica, sculptures, glassware and embroidery, among other crafts – you can often see the artisans at work. There's an annual arts and crafts festival here in August. Check the website and contact particular workshops in advance if you want to be sure they'll be in.


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