Dr. Shelley Anne Peleg studied archaeology at the Hebrew University and has been involved in the preservation of historical buildings and cultural heritage for about 30 years. During her advanced studies at the University of Haifa, Shelley worked in senior management positions at the Israel Antiquities Authority and was involved in research and activities of leading Israeli and international organizations.
Over the years, she learned to turn the stones, get to know the antiquities and hear through them the stories of people who lived in the Land of Israel in ancient times. She participated in countless archaeological excavations and witnessed fascinating discoveries that were uncovered underground. She joined Continue Reading
Dr. Shelley Anne Peleg studied archaeology at the Hebrew University and has been involved in the preservation of historical buildings and cultural heritage for about 30 years. During her advanced studies at the University of Haifa, Shelley worked in senior management positions at the Israel Antiquities Authority and was involved in research and activities of leading Israeli and international organizations.
Over the years, she learned to turn the stones, get to know the antiquities and hear through them the stories of people who lived in the Land of Israel in ancient times. She participated in countless archaeological excavations and witnessed fascinating discoveries that were uncovered underground. She joined tours of sites and laboratories where she saw how the unique finds are saved and ensured their preservation for future generations. Shelley Anne Peleg personally researches the layers and strata of Israel’s historical cities ― the people who lived in them in the past, the traditional communities that live in them today, and how it all fits together.
Shelley’s project ― Hand On Heritage is a project centered in Old Akko and the Western Galilee. Its goal is to enable workshops and experiential experiences in a World Heritage city that commemorates the world of the Crusaders and the late Ottoman culture and at heritage sites throughout the Western Galilee. Hands On Heritage creates unique opportunities for Israeli residents and tourists from all over the world to experience in the Western Galilee:
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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