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Have you ever wondered why the area that’s now Hayarkon National Park is known as Joshua Gardens, or Ganei Yehoshua? It’s named after Yehoshua Rabinovitz, a prominent mayor of Tel Aviv, and not a biblical character as some may think. He held the mayoral post from 1969 to 1974. This park, the largest green space in Tel Aviv, is a green sanctuary spreading over 3.5 square kilometers, nestled along the Yarkon River. It’s Tel Aviv’s version of Central Park. In the early 1950s, the government set aside 175 hectares on the northern bank of the Yarkon River to develop a park. It wasn’t until 1973 that the park opened to the public. Imagine the journey; the vision of creating this green oasis in the city in the 1950s and the excitement when it finally opened its gates for all to enjoy. You can see a glimpse of history on the west bank of the Yarkon in the Seven Mills section of the park. This was where the flour mill stood, but it was shut down in the 1940s when motorized mills were built. Today, it’s a reminder of a past era and a testament to Tel Aviv’s transformation. Now, take a moment to explore the park’s diverse gardens and the remnants of the Jerisha Mills. You’ll be transported through time and realize that every step in this park whispers stories of the city’s past.

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