Gedera Walking Tour
Gedera Walking Tour
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I show you the history of Gedera a town built by the Biluim over 130 years ago. The walk takes in the old wine distillery, Levinson House, Mintz House (now the museum), the reconstructed 'Hole of Gedera', the Von Veisel house and explore the first road of Gedera. I will tell some of its secrets and talk about some past residents. Duration approx 2 hours. Gedera is quite hilly. הסיור הזה גם ניתן להשיג בעברית
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1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Friends
Barry is a friendly and super knowledgeable tour guide who brings the history of the area to life. He really knows and loves Gedera, a quaint and charming little town from the early pioneering days. Our group loved the tour and highly recommend Barry.
Written 11 December 2024
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It was a pleasure guiding you and many thanks for visiting Colony Gedera
Written 12 December 2024
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Paul B
London, UK10 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Had a great walking tour with Barry. We were staying in Gedera for a couple of days but didn't realise there was so much history. A definite must if you are staying in this area. Barry is extremely knowledgeable and made our 2 hour tour really enjoyable. Great value, would highly recommend.
Written 21 September 2023
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Thanks for your feedback. It was a pleasure guiding you.
Written 21 September 2023
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MishMish12345
Watford, England6 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Barry's walking tour of Gedera was so interesting. He is a fount of knowledge about this moshava and so enthusiastic and passionate on how he presents it. He also uses an iPad and some music. We enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it.
Written 16 May 2015
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Bryan M
Greater London, UK30 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
Using the history of Gedera, Barry traces the development of modern Israel, its successes and challenges. He weaves local events and locations into a national historical tapestry that is fascinating and illuminating. His personal enthusiasm, supported by archival pictures and video footage bring the story of a small and pretty town into the centre of the birth of the idea that led to the birth of a nation. Barry lives in the town so on the tour don't be surprised if you bump into locals who engage with you (had a nice chat with the local rabbi) as well as opening doors to sights most tourist would miss. Loved the sculpture garden, the restaurant recommendations and the peace and calm of the area. Highly recommended.
Written 21 June 2015
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Thanks for your comments, it was a pleasure showing you around my home.
I am always striving to expand & improve the experience.
I would be happy to show your family and friends around the colony, please
pass the word. Oneday Gedera will be back on the beaten track.
Written 30 June 2015
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Ella G
3 contributions
Apr 2021
We had a wonderful walk with a real sense of the history of Gedera. Barry was full of little stories and insights, and a lot of history! Thank you so much
Written 21 April 2021
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Thanks for booking my tour. I am happy you enjoyed visiting Colony Gedera.
Written 21 April 2021
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bennydinesout
Greater London, UK566 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
My wife and I had the pleasure of taking a walking tour of Gedera on a recent visit to Israel. Our charming and knowledgeable guide, Barry Levinson, took us through the fascinating history of the region with the aid of pictures, historical documents, museum exhibits and even music. Gedera is obviously close to Barry's heart and his enthusiasm spilled over into his presentation bringing history to life. By the end of the tour we had learnt so much about the history of Gedera and the intriguing and wondrous characters intertwined in the development of this little corner of Israel. Much of the story of the country is reflected in the history of Gedera, but I will leave it to Barry to explain it to you in a way I could never do. A great tour, a superb storyteller guide and a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours. Highly recommended. A must if you are visiting Gedera, or even worth a detour if you are in the vicinity. Thank you, Barry.
Written 13 June 2018
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Thanks for your positive review. I am glad you enjoyed my new hometown. I hope to produce a documentary on Gedera one day and I'm glad you have experienced a sneak preview. Come back soon.
Written 14 June 2018
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neil1w
Jerusalem, Israel22 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
Barry presents the story of Gedera as pieces of a historical puzzle. By the end of the tour, the pieces come together to tell a complete story about the establishment of the town and, on a much larger scale, the story of the entire enterprise of the Jewish return to Zion. The tour was a delight and it left my head spinning with amazing stories.
Written 13 April 2016
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The story of my new home Gedera is very much the story of Israel. I am constantly learning and widening my knowledge of the area and hope one day to produce a documentary. Meanwhile please tell everyone to come and visit the small colony of Gedera and help to get us on 'the beaten path'. Neil, thanks very much for your kind comments.
Written 13 April 2016
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Nhiker
ks634 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
We had not been in Gedera for many, many years, and it was a pleasure to return there and to explore the history of the founding fathers with Barry Levinson. Barry has an overwhelming amount of facts and lore at his fingertips, and he enjoys sharing this information with visitors.
For history buffs, this walking tour is a must!
For history buffs, this walking tour is a must!
Written 28 December 2015
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Thanks for spending time in my hometown. Your comments are very much appreciated. I will endeavour to consolidate the history and continue to tell all visitors the interesting story of Colony Gedera.
Written 29 December 2015
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Samuel G
Tel Aviv, Israel51 contributions
Dec 2015 • Solo
I really enjoyed this tour in Gadera. I had no idea quite how much the people of Gadera contributed to the building of the State of Israel - this was a place where so many of the important Zionist figures had a connection to. Barry has taken it upon himself to personally interview many of the elders of the town and has an encyclopedic knowledge not just of the history of Gadera, but indeed the historical context within which it grew. This is something that you can't get from anywhere else - even from books or online.
Barry uses a variety of methods to bring variety to the tour, whether his storytelling, use of music or video that he has personally dug up from old archives and edited, poetry and historical sources. This certainly helps keep things interesting and engaging.
His passion for the history of this town really comes through and leads to a thoroughly enjoyable experience. A no miss for anyone interested in the early history of Israel. Thank you Barry!
Barry uses a variety of methods to bring variety to the tour, whether his storytelling, use of music or video that he has personally dug up from old archives and edited, poetry and historical sources. This certainly helps keep things interesting and engaging.
His passion for the history of this town really comes through and leads to a thoroughly enjoyable experience. A no miss for anyone interested in the early history of Israel. Thank you Barry!
Written 5 December 2015
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It was a pleasure showing you around my hometown, I hope you will tell others about Gedera . The moshava (colony) has lots of potential and oneday could be on the beaten track.
Written 6 December 2015
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philip
Rickmansworth, UK95 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
Just spent a most interesting morning learning about the BILUIM(early Jewish settlers in Palestine/Israel). Barry Levinson's knowledge and eloquent explanation of all the main sights,brought the place to life. Gedera is now only 30 minutes from Tel Aviv and should definitely be included on the tourist trail.
Written 29 August 2015
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spending xmas period at Fairmont with our 8 year old daughter. Need some recommendations for dining options particularly festive xmas meal?
Written 21 February 2015
Thanks for your interest in my Walking tour of Gedera. We do not have any special options for Xmas but as the 2nd day of Chanuka is the birthday of Gedera I can arrange a candle light supper in one of our top class restaurants in Habiluim St. Gedera. Please visit soon.
Written 7 May 2015
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