Taking time out in happening Tel Aviv

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By Laura Allsop, CNN

updated 10:24 AM EST, Mon October 24, 2011
London (CNN) -- Jerusalem may be steeped in thousands of years of history, but the much younger Tel Aviv in Israel is increasingly a draw for culture lovers.

This city by the sea is a draw to tourists seeking sun, young people looking to sample its impressive nightlife and culture vultures eager to explore its galleries and architecture.

A comparatively new city -- it was founded at the beginning of the 20th century -- its vibe is decidedly modern, with Bauhaus buildings and more recently built skyscrapers making up the urban landscape. Palm trees, meanwhile, decorate its boulevards and harbor.

Tel Aviv's so-called "White City" -- the part built between the 1930s and 1950s, and home to impressive examples of modernist architecture -- is a UNESCO world heritage site.

With its clement weather and laid-back, tolerant atmosphere, Tel Aviv is a worthwhile stop on any tour of Israel and a destination in its own right.

CNN selects some of the best spots to experience the cultural side of Tel Aviv, from museums and galleries to chic bars and restaurants.

Art: For modern and contemporary art, look no further than the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, with its impressive collection of modern European masterpieces and collection of Israeli art. Its temporary exhibitions are top-notch; currently, visitors can take in an exhibition of works by the city's prolific street artists, while November sees the inauguration of a new building with an exhibition of works by German artist Anselm Kiefer.

The city is also home to a number of contemporary art galleries, including Sommer Contemporary Art, which mounts shows by a roster of international artists as well as Israeli-born contemporary art stars, such as painter Tal R and video artist Yael Bartana.

Architecture and design: Lovers of early modern architecture can head to the Bauhaus Center, which organizes tours of the White City's collection of Bauhaus architecture. You can join a group or pick up a map and audio guide and traverse the city yourself.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/21/world/meast/tel-aviv-cultural-guide/

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