At the Galilean Madafa you will experience traditional Bedouin hospitality with a warm, welcoming family, hear their stories about the Bedouin from different perspectives, about their way of life in the village and the lives of the Bedouin family that is hosting you, with their traditional ceremonies, customs and culture, and experience the unique coffee-making ceremony that is such an important part of Bedouin culture!
From the moment you step into Wefqi’s and Inshrakh Salamna’s home, you will feel like an honored guest.
Wefqi Salamna, aged 72, was born in Kaabiyah and has always been drawn to the study of the Land of Israel with its wealth of diverse cultures and varied human landscapes.
With a master’s degree in Land of Israel studies, Waqfi, an accredited tour guide, and brilliant storyteller launched this fascinating venture, realizing his lifelong dream of transmitting his love for local culture and customs to you in a captivating, experiential way.
Wefqi Salamna is 72 years old. Born in Kaabiyah, he has always been drawn to the study of the Land of Israel with its wealth of cultures and diverse human landscape. With a master’s degree in Eretz Israel studies, accreditation as a qualified tour guide, and his ability as a brilliant storyteller, Wefqi launched this fascinating venture.
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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