Walied, born in Fassuta, a beautiful Christian village in the Western Galilee, became interested in iron at the age of 40.
After completing a short course in blacksmithing, he began to engage in iron sculpture and after a short period of time won first prize in an iron sculpture competition held in England.
Since then, Walied has won several awards in England and Italy, where some of his works are exhibited in museums.
At Walied’s gallery in Fassuta, you can hear his story, see a variety of works and be impressed by the furniture he builds, watch his demonstration of iron work, and participate in workshops he holds for groups Continue Reading
Walied, born in Fassuta, a beautiful Christian village in the Western Galilee, became interested in iron at the age of 40.
After completing a short course in blacksmithing, he began to engage in iron sculpture and after a short period of time won first prize in an iron sculpture competition held in England.
Since then, Walied has won several awards in England and Italy, where some of his works are exhibited in museums.
At Walied’s gallery in Fassuta, you can hear his story, see a variety of works and be impressed by the furniture he builds, watch his demonstration of iron work, and participate in workshops he holds for groups by prior arrangement.
Western Galilee Now is a registered non-profit grassroots organization (NGO) promoting awareness and appreciation for the region’s boutique wines, beers, food and produce, along with its cultural diversity, its historic traditions and the area’s scenic routes nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea acting as a Chamber of Commerce to boutique tourism operators in the region.
We expose the visitors to the unique heritage and hospitality through workshops, culinary events, art, music, guides tours, festivals and also through our Tourist Information Center in Akko, owned by JNF USA which we were chosen to operate since Jan. 2016.
Our vision is to develop local and foreign tourism based on close cooperation between all the interested parties in the region.
Come and Taste Experience Discover – the Westen Galilee is NOW!
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