Israel 62nd Independence Day: Pictures from the Beach

"Matkot" literally means paddles, is a fast game played on the beach. Using a hard rubber ball, each player hits as hard as he can toward the other side. The idea is to keep the ball going as long as you can. Good players can volley back an forth for 10 to 20 minutes easily. /© 2010

Brezlev religious movement is founded on Rabbi Nachman from Brezlev, they dance and blare music on the promenade next to the Tel Aviv Beach. These are interesting believers bringing back happiness and lightness in practice. / © 2010

Tel Aviv "tayelet" literally means "a path for a trip", is a promenade along the Mediterranean coast. Running along all of Tel Aviv's western edge, there are a few hundred meters of beach all the way to the water. The promenade is lined with hotels, restaurants, bars and shops. On a warm day the area is full of beach goers, trourists and locals out to relax and people watch.  / © 2010

Parts of the Mediterranean beach are covered with beach umbrellas. They are extensions of bars and restaurants or run by local vendors renting an umbrellas and beach chairs. On a hot weekend day, Tel Aviv beaches attract a variety of people and are full.  / © 2010

Tel Aviv's marina is situated at the middle of the city's beach section just below Gordon street. It is a relatively small marina. Close proximity to the city center makes it a unique place to enjoy both the sea and all the city has to offer. / © 2010