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It's in the MonArt center, and has 13 exhibition halls. In an architectural echo of the Louvre, the entrance to the museum is through a glass pyramid.
The Ashdod Museum of Art is located in the center of Ashdod, Israel, near the marina. The museum holds exhibitions of Israeli and international contemporary art. The museum has 12 galleries and two halls. In addition, it has a pyramidal space where cultural events are held. The museum was inaugurated in 2003. The museum was officially recognized by the State of Israel only in 2009.
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This award-winning, internationally known orchestra performs music originating in Andalusia (southern Spain), a blend of Western and Arabic music.
A fountain in the Ashdod Sea Park close to the beach. Inspired by the Magic Fountain in Barcelona, this fountain puts on an impressive sound and light show several times each evening (except Friday night and when there is rain).
Glass-bottomed boat rides. Instruction and explanation to classes, parties. Speed-boating for smaller groups, you drive the boat. Reservations required. Located in the Ashdod marina.
In modern slang, a "philistine" is a person without culture. But the ancient Philistine people had culture, and you can see it in this museum. Ashdod was one of the five main Philistine cities in the Biblical period.
The ancient port of Ashdod was here (the ancient city was further inland). You can see a large fortress several meters from the coastline. It was built in the 7th century and used until 1260. The fortress is impressive to see, but fenced off and you cannot enter it.
Jonah's Hill
Named after the prophet Jonah, who is believed to be buried here. It is the highest point of the city (around 150 m above sea level) with the city lighthouse on top of it.