Acre: Where Ancient History Meets a Vibrant Culinary Scene

On the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea lies the port city of Acre (known in hebrew as Akko), which once served as the last stronghold of the crusaders in the Holy Land 1,000 years ago. Today it attracts not only history buffs, but many who enjoy the old city’s culinary scene, from traditional handmade hummus to Middle Eastern fusion cuisine, its colorful and vibrant market and the old city’s romantic spots.