Ancient Ashdod is now the sixth-largest city in Israel. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it has become one of the most important industrial centers
Ancient Ashdod is now the sixth-largest city in Israel. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it has become one of the most important industrial centers in Israel, whilst its port is the largest in the country, handling about 60% of its sea born cargo. Here we see its container port and its gantry cranes early in the morning, viewed from the running track of a cruise ship as it approaches the terminal. A just- loaded freighter is departing, assisted by a tug. I love these giant gantry cranes - they look like enormous cranes (the bird!) ready to
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