Haifa

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/haifa

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How many people live in Haifa?298,312 (2023), forming the third-most populous metropolitan area in Israel
2. What is Haifa known for?Haifa is a city in Israel built on Mount Carmel by the sea. It is famous for its long history, the Baháʼí World Centre, and its strong technology and industry.
3. Why is Haifa special for the Baháʼí Faith?Haifa is the global administrative and spiritual heart of the Baháʼí Faith. It houses the Shrine of the Báb, beautiful gardens, and the Universal House of Justice.

Baháʼí World Centre: The global administrative and spiritual headquarters of the Baháʼí Faith, recognized for its architectural significance and spiritual importance.
Technion – Israel Institute of Technology: A world-renowned public research university specializing in science and engineering, pivotal to Israel's technological advancements.
Carmelit: Haifa's unique underground funicular railway system, an innovative solution for urban transportation on steep terrain.
Matam: One of Israel's oldest and largest high-tech parks, fostering innovation and economic development in the technology sector.