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Kosher and Jewish Life in Kfar Saba

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Kfar Saba. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Kfar Saba, Israel.

About Kfar Saba

Kfar Saba, officially Kfar Sava, is a city in the Sharon region, of the Center District of Israel. At the end of 2009, Kfar Saba had a population of 83,600. The name literally means "Grandfather's Village". Kfar Saba (ancient Capharsaba) was an important settlement during the Second Temple period, and is mentioned for the first time in the writings of Josephus. Kfar Saba has won multiple awards for environment protection efforts. Kfar Saba is also the site of Israel's first biofilter project. Kfar Saba's Park is one of the biggest parks in the Sharon area. It has an area of 150,000 m2 The park includes: kids playgrounds, water fountains, roller Skate Arena, fitness facilities, and shaded dining areas. The park is open daily between 6:30AM and 11:00PM. There is free parking for city residents in different locations around the park.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Kfar Saba

Remnants of an ancient Israelite village were discovered east of the city, and are believed to be the ruins of biblical Capharsaba. The Kfar Saba Archaeology Museum exhibits artifacts found in the region. The census of 1911 listed the population of Kfar Saba as 14 Jews. By the census of 1931 it had grown to 307 Jews, 9 Christians, and one female of "no religion". In 1945, the town had a population of 4,310 Jews. According to the Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), in 2001, the ethnic makeup of the city was 99.9% Jewish and 0.1% Others. The city is served by 105 synagogues, 104 of them are Orhodox. There are only a couple of kosher restaurants in Kfar Saba.

Weather In Kfar Saba

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Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!